François Amédée Doppet

French general during the Revolutionary Wars

François Amédée Doppet - French general during the Revolutionary Wars
Born

March 16th, 1753
272 years ago

Died

1799
226 years ago — 46 years old

Category

Military & Warriors

Country

France

Links & References

Served as a general in the French Revolutionary Wars. Doppet held the rank of general in the French army. Participated in several key military campaigns. Played a significant role in the Battle of Fleurus and contributed to the French military efforts during the time. Joined the army as a young man and ascended through the ranks due to leadership in various battles.

Promoted to general in the French army

Contributed to the victory at the Battle of Fleurus

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