Jan Stanisław Sapieha
Grand Hetman of Lithuania
About Jan Stanisław Sapieha
Lived 1589 – 1635 (aged 45). Jan Stanisław Sapieha was a Polish military personnel, statesperson and hofmarschall.
Jan Stanisław Sapieha (; 25 October 1589 in Maladziečna – 10 April 1635 in Lyakhavichy) was a Polish–Lithuanian noble, starost of Słonim, Court Marshal of Lithuania from 1617, Great Lithuanian Marshal from 1621.
He was the son of Lew Sapieha. Jan studied abroad. He was a friend and supporter of prince and later king Władysław IV Vasa and served as a deputy to many Sejms. Sapieha took part in the Polish-Swedish wars, but gained the reputation of a weak tactician and suffered several defeats. Near the end of his life he had mental health problems, but his friend king Władysław IV allowed him to remain at the royal court until his death.
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Who was Jan Stanisław Sapieha?
Grand Hetman of Lithuania
When was Jan Stanisław Sapieha born?
Jan Stanisław Sapieha was born on 25 October 1589 in Maladzyechna.
When did Jan Stanisław Sapieha die?
Jan Stanisław Sapieha died on 10 April 1635 in Liachavičy.
What was Jan Stanisław Sapieha's occupation?
Jan Stanisław Sapieha was a military personnel, statesperson and hofmarschall.
What nationality was Jan Stanisław Sapieha?
Jan Stanisław Sapieha was Polish.
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