Stefan Dunjov
Bulgarian Colonel and Military Leader
Born
July 28th, 1815
209 years ago
Died
August 29th, 1889
135 years ago — 74 years old
Category
Military & Warriors
Country
Bulgaria
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Served as a colonel in the Bulgarian military during the 19th century. Contributed to military reforms and the organization of the Bulgarian armed forces. Participated in several key military campaigns aimed at establishing Bulgarian autonomy and independence from Ottoman rule. Influenced military strategy and training within the ranks of the Bulgarian army.
Served as a colonel in the Bulgarian military
Contributed to military reforms
Participated in key military campaigns
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