About Louis Liger-Belair
Lived 1772 – 1835 (aged 63). Louis Liger-Belair was a French military officer and military personnel.
Louis Liger-Belair (; 1772–1835) was a French général de division.
Peninsular War
He was promoted to général de brigade in 1808 This defeat, together with Gobert's death, were instrumental to Dupont changing his battle plan and dividing his forces in two, thereby losing the battle.
In 1811, he led a 10,947-strong division of Sebastiani's 4th Corps, incorporated in Soult's Army of the South.
Post-war career In October 1814, Liger-Belair was given the command of the 4th military division of Nancy.
In 1823, he had the command of the 5th military division.
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Who was Louis Liger-Belair?
French officer (1772-1835)
When was Louis Liger-Belair born?
Louis Liger-Belair was born on 11 July 1772 in Vendeuvre-sur-Barse.
When did Louis Liger-Belair die?
Louis Liger-Belair died on 4 December 1835 in Vosne-Romanée.
What was Louis Liger-Belair's occupation?
Louis Liger-Belair was a military officer and military personnel.
What nationality was Louis Liger-Belair?
Louis Liger-Belair was French.
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