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Friedrich von Korff

1773 – 1823

Baltic German military personnel

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About Friedrich von Korff

Lived 1773 – 1823 (aged 50). Friedrich von Korff was a Russian military personnel.

Friedrich Nikolai Georg Freiherr von Korff (5 April 1773 – 11 September 1823) was a Baltic German cavalry general, he commanded a Russian corps in 1812–1814 during the Napoleonic Wars. In 1807 he led a cavalry brigade in the 4th Division at Eylau. During the French invasion of Russia in 1812 he commanded the II Cavalry Corps at Borodino and Battle of Krasnoi. In 1813 he led the I Cavalry Corps at the Katzbach and Leipzig. In 1814 he led his horsemen at Laon, Fère-Champenoise and Paris.

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Important facts

Born

5 April 1773, Duchy of Courland and Semigallia

Birth century

18th century

Died

30 August 1823, Oryol

Occupation

Military personnel

Nationality

Russian Empire

Awards

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

Also known as

Fyodor Karlovich Korf, Friedrich Nikolai Georg von Korff, Friedrich Nikolai Georg Freiherr von Korff, Fjodor Karlovič Korf

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Friedrich von Korff?

Baltic German military personnel (1773-1823)

When was Friedrich von Korff born?

Friedrich von Korff was born on 5 April 1773 in Duchy of Courland and Semigallia.

When did Friedrich von Korff die?

Friedrich von Korff died on 30 August 1823 in Oryol.

What was Friedrich von Korff's occupation?

Friedrich von Korff was a military personnel.

What nationality was Friedrich von Korff?

Friedrich von Korff was Russian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Friedrich von Korff

· Wikidata: Q4234429

· DBpedia: Friedrich von Korff

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