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Jakob Friedrich von Rüchel-Kleist

1778 – 1848

German general

Soldier
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About Jakob Friedrich von Rüchel-Kleist

Lived 1778 – 1848 (aged 70). Jakob Friedrich von Rüchel-Kleist was a soldier.

General of the Infantry Jakob Friedrich von Rüchel-Kleist (25 January 1778, in Segenthin – 15 March 1848, in Danzig) was a Prussian officer during the Napoleonic Wars and a governor of Danzig (Gdansk).

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Important facts

Born
25 January 1778, Żegocino
Birth century
18th century
Died
15 March 1848, Gdańsk
Occupation
Soldier
Awards
Order of the Red Eagle 1st Class

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Jakob Friedrich von Rüchel-Kleist?

German general

When was Jakob Friedrich von Rüchel-Kleist born?

Jakob Friedrich von Rüchel-Kleist was born on 25 January 1778 in Żegocino.

When did Jakob Friedrich von Rüchel-Kleist die?

Jakob Friedrich von Rüchel-Kleist died on 15 March 1848 in Gdańsk.

What was Jakob Friedrich von Rüchel-Kleist's occupation?

Jakob Friedrich von Rüchel-Kleist was a soldier.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Jakob Friedrich von Rüchel-Kleist

· Wikidata: Q1679039

· DBpedia: Jakob Friedrich von Rüchel-Kleist

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