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COMMANDER // 1730–1794

Friedrich von Steuben

FänrikKingdom of PrussiaUnited States1 battle1 war

Lifespan

1730 – 1794

1730174017501760177017801790American Revolution · 1775–1783Yorktown — Sep–Oct 1781 · United States · American Revolution

Active service 1781 — 1 battle across 1 war; first command at age 51.

Profile

Friedrich Wilhelm August Heinrich Ferdinand Fresher von Steuben, often referred to in English as Baron von Steuben, was a Prussian-born army officer who played a leading role in the American Revolutionary War by reforming the Continental Army into a disciplined and professional fighting force. His contributions marked a significant improvement in the performance of U.S. troops, and he is consequently regarded as one of the fathers of the United States Army.

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Battles (1)

Last verified June 2026
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