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Karl Heinrich Ludwig von Borstell

1773 – 1844

Prussian general

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About Karl Heinrich Ludwig von Borstell

Lived 1773 – 1844 (aged 70). Karl Heinrich Ludwig von Borstell was a German military leader.

Karl Leopold Heinrich Ludwig von Borstell (born 30 December 1773 in Tangermünde; died 9 May 1844 in Berlin) was a Prussian General of the Cavalry and member of the then Prussian State Council.

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Important facts

Born

30 December 1773, Tangermünde

Birth century

18th century

Died

9 May 1844, Berlin

Occupation

Military leader

Nationality

Kingdom of Prussia

Awards

Honorary citizen of Berlin; Order of the Black Eagle; Order of St. Andrew; Order of St. George, 3rd class

Also known as

Karl Leopold Heinrich Ludwig von Borstell

Contemporaries

People whose lives overlapped Karl Heinrich Ludwig von Borstell's

Edward Waring

1736 – 1798

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Joseph-Louis Lagrange

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Botanist

Frequently asked questions

Who was Karl Heinrich Ludwig von Borstell?

Prussian general (1773-1844)

When was Karl Heinrich Ludwig von Borstell born?

Karl Heinrich Ludwig von Borstell was born on 30 December 1773 in Tangermünde.

When did Karl Heinrich Ludwig von Borstell die?

Karl Heinrich Ludwig von Borstell died on 9 May 1844 in Berlin.

What was Karl Heinrich Ludwig von Borstell's occupation?

Karl Heinrich Ludwig von Borstell was a military leader.

What nationality was Karl Heinrich Ludwig von Borstell?

Karl Heinrich Ludwig von Borstell was German.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Karl Heinrich Ludwig von Borstell

· Wikidata: Q90463

· DBpedia: Ludwig von Borstell

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