Helmuth von Moltke the Elder
German Field Marshal and military strategist
Born
October 26th, 1800
224 years ago
Died
April 24th, 1891
134 years ago — 90 years old
Category
Military & Warriors
Country
Germany
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A prominent military strategist and field marshal in the Prussian army, he played a crucial role in the unification of Germany. Commanded Prussian forces during the Second Schleswig War and the Austro-Prussian War. Developed innovative military strategies that emphasized mobility and the effective use of artillery. His teachings on warfare influenced future military doctrine in Germany and beyond.
Commanded Prussian forces in the Franco-Prussian War
Developed the 'Kriegsstärke' concept in military strategy
Contributed significantly to the formulation of modern German military tactics
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