Hans Joachim von Zieten, Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Date of Death
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Prussian general
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Place of Birth: Neuruppin, Brandenburg, Germany
About Hans Joachim von Zieten
- Hans Joachim von Zieten, sometimes spelled Johann Joachim von Ziethen, (14 May 1699 – 26 January 1786), also known as Zieten aus dem Busch, was a cavalry general in the Prussian Army.
- He served in four wars and was instrumental in several victories during the reign of Frederick the Great, most particularly at Hohenfriedberg and Torgau.
- He is also well known for a raid into the Holy Roman Empire during the Second Silesian War, known as Zieten's Ride.
- After engaging in a reputed 74 duels, and fighting in four wars, he died in his bed at the age of 86.
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