COMMANDER // 1810–1866
Antônio de Sampaio
brigadier generalBrazil1 battle1 war
Lifespan
1810 – 1866
Active service 1866 — 1 battle across 1 war; first command at age 56.
Profile
Antônio de Sampaio was a Brazilian brigadier general and war hero, considered to be one of the finest generals during the 19th century. He participated in many rebellions and wars during his service but died from three wounds during the Battle of Tuyutí of the Paraguayan War. He was given the title of patrono da Arma de Infantaria.
Battles (1)
1866
Battle of TuyutíParaguayan War · Empire of Brazil