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Jacob Heinrich von Flemming

1667 – 1728

German general

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About Jacob Heinrich von Flemming

Lived 1667 – 1728 (aged 61). Jacob Heinrich von Flemming was a German and Polish politician, military personnel, military officer and statesperson.

Military and political career He completed his law studies in 1688, after which he entered service with Brandenburg. He took part as an officer in the Nine Years' War, and in 1693 he was part of an English unit in northern Italy. From 1727 until his death in 1728, he was the starost of Tuchola.

He died in 1728, and was buried in the Saint Mary's church in Putzkau.

Personal life He was fluent in Polish, French and Latin.

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Important facts

Born

3 March 1667, Trzęsacz

Birth century

17th century

Died

30 April 1728, Vienna

Occupation

Politician, military personnel, military officer, statesperson

Nationality

Electorate of Saxony, Polish–Lithuanian Commonwealth

Education

University of Frankfurt an der Oder

Positions held

Artillery General of the Crown

Awards

Order of the White Eagle (Polish–Lithuanian Commonwealth); Order of St. Andrew; Order of the Elephant

Also known as

Jakob Heinrich von Flemming

Contemporaries

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Jacob Heinrich von Flemming?

German general (1667-1728)

When was Jacob Heinrich von Flemming born?

Jacob Heinrich von Flemming was born on 3 March 1667 in Trzęsacz.

When did Jacob Heinrich von Flemming die?

Jacob Heinrich von Flemming died on 30 April 1728 in Vienna.

What was Jacob Heinrich von Flemming's occupation?

Jacob Heinrich von Flemming was a politician, military personnel, military officer and statesperson.

What nationality was Jacob Heinrich von Flemming?

Jacob Heinrich von Flemming was German and Polish.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Jacob Heinrich von Flemming

· Wikidata: Q77424

· DBpedia: Jacob Heinrich von Flemming

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