About Ernst Detlof von Krassow
Lived 1660 – 1714 (aged 53–54). Ernst Detlof von Krassow was a Swedish military personnel.
Ernst Detlof von Krassow, Swedish noble and military commander, born around 1660, died 23 January 1714, freiherr. Appointed Major General in 1706. Father of Karl Vilhelm von Krassow. As a colonel, he was an important leader in the cavalry assault in the Battle of Fraustadt in the Great Northern War resulting in the rout of the Saxon cavalry, and the double envelopment of the Saxon main element. During the invasion of Russia in 1708, he commanded the Swedish Army in Poland-Lithuania, consisting of some 8,000 men.
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Who was Ernst Detlof von Krassow?
Swedish noble and general
When was Ernst Detlof von Krassow born?
Ernst Detlof von Krassow was born in 1660 in Herrenhaus Pansevitz.
When did Ernst Detlof von Krassow die?
Ernst Detlof von Krassow died on 23 January 1714 in Harburg.
What was Ernst Detlof von Krassow's occupation?
Ernst Detlof von Krassow was a military personnel.
What nationality was Ernst Detlof von Krassow?
Ernst Detlof von Krassow was Swedish.
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