Henri de la Tour d'Auvergne
French general, Vicomte de Turenne
Born
September 11th, 1611
414 years ago
Died
July 27th, 1675
350 years ago — 63 years old
Category
Military & Warriors
Country
France
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Born in 1611, this general served as a prominent commander in the French army during the Thirty Years' War. He played a significant role in various military campaigns, demonstrating exceptional strategy and leadership. Turenne was instrumental in several key victories, including the Battle of Freiburg and the Battle of Dunes. He earned a reputation for his tactics and prowess on the battlefield, which established him as one of the premier military leaders of his time. His service culminated in the War of the Fronde, where he continued to demonstrate his military acumen until his death in 1675 during the Battle of Saltan.
Commanded French forces in the Thirty Years' War
Secured decisive victories at Freiburg and Dunes
Led troops during the War of the Fronde
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