Henri de La Tour d'Auvergne, Viscount of Turenne

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1. When was Henri de La Tour d'Auvergne, Viscount of Turenne born?September 11, 1611
2. Where was Henri de La Tour d'Auvergne, Viscount of Turenne born?Sedan, France
3. How long is Henri de La Tour d'Auvergne, Viscount of Turenne?Approximately 50 years
4. What is the death?July 27, 1675, killed by artillery fire during the Battle of Salzbach
5. Who was Turenne and why is he famous?Henri de La Tour d'Auvergne, Viscount of Turenne, was a French general born in 1611 who won many battles and became a hero in France.
6. How did Turenne start his military career?He began as a volunteer in the Dutch States Army under his uncles, learning tactics before moving to serve France.

Thirty Years' War (1618-1648): A complex and devastating conflict primarily fought in Central Europe, involving major European powers and religious dimensions.
Fronde (1648-1653): A series of civil wars in France during the minority of Louis XIV, challenging royal authority.
Marshal General of France: The supreme military rank in the French army, historically bestowed upon only a select few commanders of exceptional merit.