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Alexander von Lüders

1790 – 1874

Russian general and Namestnik of the Kingdom of Poland

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About Alexander von Lüders

Lived 1790 – 1874 (aged 84). Alexander von Lüders was a Russian military personnel.

Count Alexander Nikolaevich Liders (; 14 January 1790 – 2 February 1874), better known as Alexander von Lüders, was a Russian general of German descent who served as the namestnik of Poland.

Life Lüders was born to a German noble family that moved to Russia in the middle of the 18th century. His father, Major General Nikolay Ivanovich von Lüders (1762–1823), was the commander of the Bryansk regiment during the Napoleonic Wars.

Count Lüders also participated in the Napoleonic Wars and was heavily wounded in the Battle of Kulm (1813).

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Important facts

Born

14 January 1790, Podolia

Birth century

18th century

Died

1 February 1874, Odesa

Occupation

Military personnel

Nationality

Russian Empire

Positions held

Member of the State Council of the Russian Empire

Awards

Order of Saint Anna, 1st class; Order of Saint Anna, 2nd class; Order of the White Eagle; Order of St. Vladimir, 4th class; Order of St. Vladimir, 3rd class; Order of St. Vladimir, 2nd class; Order of St. Vladimir, 1st class; Order of Saint Alexander Nevsky; Order of St. Andrew; Gold Sword for Bravery; Order of St. George, 4th class; Knight Grand Officer of the Order of William

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Alexander von Lüders?

Russian general and Namestnik of the Kingdom of Poland (1790-1874)

When was Alexander von Lüders born?

Alexander von Lüders was born on 14 January 1790 in Podolia.

When did Alexander von Lüders die?

Alexander von Lüders died on 1 February 1874 in Odesa.

What was Alexander von Lüders's occupation?

Alexander von Lüders was a military personnel.

What nationality was Alexander von Lüders?

Alexander von Lüders was Russian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Alexander von Lüders

· Wikidata: Q521500

· DBpedia: Alexander von Lüders

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