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COMMANDER // 1775–1843

Vasily Orlov-Denisov

General of the CavalryRussian Empire4 battles2 wars

Lifespan

1775 – 1843

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Active service 1812 — 4 battles across 2 wars; first command at age 37.

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Battles (4)

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