Carlo Aurelio Widmann

Venetian nobleman and admiral

Carlo Aurelio Widmann - Venetian nobleman and admiral
Born

November 6th, 1750
274 years ago

Died

1798
227 years ago — 48 years old

Category

Military & Warriors

Country

Italy

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Born in Venice in 1750, this individual served as an admiral in the Venetian Navy. He played a significant role during the period of the Venetian Republic, contributing to naval operations in the Adriatic Sea. Throughout his career, he was involved in various military campaigns aimed at protecting Venetian interests against rival powers. His leadership and naval strategies were instrumental during times of conflict, particularly during the Napoleonic Wars, when he faced challenges from both French and Austrian forces.

Served as admiral in the Venetian Navy

Led naval operations in the Adriatic

Contributed to military campaigns during the Napoleonic Wars

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