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Gerhard Christoph von Krogh

1785 – 1860

Danish noble and general

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About Gerhard Christoph von Krogh

Lived 1785 – 1860 (aged 74). Gerhard Christoph von Krogh was a German and Danish military personnel.

Gerhard Christoph von Krogh (10 October 1785 – 12 April 1860) was a Danish nobleman and military officer. He served as a General and was the Danish Supreme Commander during the First Schleswig War. His victory at the Battle of Isted, was at its time the largest in Scandinavian history. The battle's anniversary on the 25th of July, is the military flag day in Denmark.

He was the son of Privy Councillor, Friderich Ferdinand von Krogh and Rosine Elisabeth von Frankenburg und Proschlitz. He married Komtesse Siegfriede Victorine Knuth-Christiansdal on 6 February 1813 at the Citadels Church in Copenhagen. Together they had a residence in the Prince's Mansion in Copenhagen from 1817 until 1853.

Legacy

The memorial Isted Lion is partly dedicated to von Krogh. Kroghsgade in Århus is named after him.

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Important facts

Born
10 October 1785, Haderslev
Birth century
18th century
Died
12 April 1860, Copenhagen
Occupation
Military personnel
Nationality
Germany, Kingdom of Denmark
Awards
Order of Saint Anna, 1st class; Knight of the Order of the Dannebrog; Decoration of the Cross of Honour of the Dannebrog; Commander of the Order of the Dannebrog; Grand Cross of the Order of the Dannebrog
Also known as
Christopher von Krogh, Christoph von Krogh, Gerhard Christopher von Krogh

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Gerhard Christoph von Krogh?

Danish noble and general (1785-1860)

When was Gerhard Christoph von Krogh born?

Gerhard Christoph von Krogh was born on 10 October 1785 in Haderslev.

When did Gerhard Christoph von Krogh die?

Gerhard Christoph von Krogh died on 12 April 1860 in Copenhagen.

What was Gerhard Christoph von Krogh's occupation?

Gerhard Christoph von Krogh was a military personnel.

What nationality was Gerhard Christoph von Krogh?

Gerhard Christoph von Krogh was German and Danish.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Gerhard Christoph von Krogh

· Wikidata: Q98449

· DBpedia: Gerhard Christoph von Krogh

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