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Ernst Ludwig von Tippelskirch

1774 – 1840

Prussian army officer

Military officer Lieutenant general
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About Ernst Ludwig von Tippelskirch

Lived 1774 – 1840 (aged 65). Ernst Ludwig von Tippelskirch was a German military officer and lieutenant general.

Lieutenant general Ernst Ludwig von Tippelskirch (26 July 1774 in Gut Görken, Prussia – 23 January 1840 in Berlin) was a Prussian Army officer during the Napoleonic Wars. Later he was commandant of Berlin and commander of the Royal Prussian State Gendarmerie.

His daughter, composer and singer Louise Tippelskirch Strantz, was born in 1823.

He served as Fortress Commander (Festungskommandant) of Petersberg Citadel in Erfurt from 1825 to 1827.

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Important facts

Born
26 July 1774
Birth century
18th century
Died
23 January 1840, Berlin
Occupation
Military officer, lieutenant general
Nationality
Kingdom of Prussia
Awards
Order of the Red Eagle 1st Class

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Ernst Ludwig von Tippelskirch?

Prussian army officer

When was Ernst Ludwig von Tippelskirch born?

Ernst Ludwig von Tippelskirch was born on 26 July 1774.

When did Ernst Ludwig von Tippelskirch die?

Ernst Ludwig von Tippelskirch died on 23 January 1840 in Berlin.

What was Ernst Ludwig von Tippelskirch's occupation?

Ernst Ludwig von Tippelskirch was a military officer and lieutenant general.

What nationality was Ernst Ludwig von Tippelskirch?

Ernst Ludwig von Tippelskirch was German.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Ernst Ludwig von Tippelskirch

· Wikidata: Q1359368

· DBpedia: Ernst Ludwig von Tippelskirch

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