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Gotthard August von Helffreich

1776 – 1843

Russian military personnel of Baltic German origin

Military personnel Land owner
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About Gotthard August von Helffreich

Lived 1776 – 1843 (aged 66–67). Gotthard August von Helffreich was a Russian military personnel and land owner.

Gotthard August von Helffreich (, tr. ; – ) was a Baltic German commander of the Imperial Russian Army during the Napoleonic Wars. He was descended from an old Estonian noble family. He served from 1790 to 1823.

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Important facts

Born
1776, Purila manor
Birth century
18th century
Died
1843, Tallinn
Occupation
Military personnel, land owner
Nationality
Russian Empire
Awards
Gold Sword for Bravery; Order of St. George, 3rd class; Order of St. George, 4th class

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Gotthard August von Helffreich?

Russian military personnel of Baltic German origin (1776-1843)

When was Gotthard August von Helffreich born?

Gotthard August von Helffreich was born in 1776 in Purila manor.

When did Gotthard August von Helffreich die?

Gotthard August von Helffreich died in 1843 in Tallinn.

What was Gotthard August von Helffreich's occupation?

Gotthard August von Helffreich was a military personnel and land owner.

What nationality was Gotthard August von Helffreich?

Gotthard August von Helffreich was Russian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Gotthard August von Helffreich

· Wikidata: Q3743887

· DBpedia: Gotthard August von Helffreich

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