Johann Tserclaes

Bavarian general and Count of Tilly

Johann Tserclaes - Military & Warriors born 1559
Born

1559
467 years ago

Died
Category

Military & Warriors

Country

Germany

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Served as a prominent general in the Thirty Years' War. Commanded the Catholic forces against Protestant armies in several key battles. Participated in the battles of White Mountain and Breitenfeld. Established a reputation for military strategy and leadership in the early 17th century.

Led the Catholic League to victory at White Mountain in 1620.

Commanded forces at the battle of Breitenfeld in 1631.

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