James FitzJames, 1st Duke of Berwick

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1. When was James FitzJames, 1st Duke of Berwick born?August 21, 1670
2. Where was James FitzJames, 1st Duke of Berwick born?Moulins, France
3. When did James FitzJames, 1st Duke of Berwick die?June 12, 1734
4. What is the parentage?Eldest illegitimate son of James II of England and Arabella Churchill
5. What is the primary military affiliation?Served as a general in the French army under Louis XIV
6. Who was James FitzJames, 1st Duke of Berwick?He was the illegitimate son of King James II of England, a brave soldier who became a general and was made a Marshal of France.

Illegitimate Son: A child born to parents who are not legally married, often facing social and legal disadvantages.
Jacobite: A supporter of the deposed Stuart dynasty of England, Scotland, and Ireland, advocating for their restoration to the throne.
Attainted: The forfeiture of civil rights and titles by a person convicted of treason or felony, effectively stripping them of their status.
Marshal of France: The highest rank in the French military, historically reserved for distinguished commanders who led armies in major conflicts.