Jan Stanisław Sapieha
Polish-Lithuanian noble and statesman
Born
October 25th, 1589
435 years ago
Died
1635
390 years ago — 46 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Poland
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A prominent Polish-Lithuanian noble, who served as a significant political figure in the Commonwealth during the early 17th century. His tenure included positions such as the Grand Chancellor of the Grand Duchy of Lithuania and the Voivode of Vilnius. Sapieha played a crucial role in the governance of Lithuania and participated in various military campaigns. His influence extended to several legislative initiatives and diplomatic missions, notably involved in the attempts to unify the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth at a time of regional conflict and tension.
Served as Grand Chancellor of the Grand Duchy of Lithuania
Held the title of Voivode of Vilnius
Influenced political and military decisions in the Commonwealth
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