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Adam Albert von Neipperg
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Adam Albert, Count von Neipperg
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| Born | 8 April 1775 Vienna, Archduchy of Austria |
| Died | 22 February 1829 (aged 53) Parma, Duchy of Parma |
| Allegiance |  Austrian Empire |
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Cavalry |
| Years of service | 1791–1829 |
| Rank | Feldmarschall-Leutnant and 2nd Colonel-Proprietor of the 3rd Hussar Regiment |
| Battles/wars | Battle of Jemappes Battle of Neerwinden Siege of Valenciennes Siege of Mainz Battle of Verderio Relief of Mantua Battle of Marengo Battle of Pozzolo Battle of Leipzig Battle of Ronco Battle of Scapezzano Battle of Tolentino (support) |
| Awards | Tyrolean Silver Medal of Honor (1798)
Order of Leopold (1825) |
| Other work |  Prime Minister and Ehren-Kavalier to Duchess Maria Luigia 1821–1829 |
Adam Albert, Count von Neipperg (born April 8, 1775 – died February 22, 1829) was an important Austrian general and statesman. He was known for his military skills and later for his work in government. His second wife, Empress Marie-Louise, was the wife of Napoleon, a famous French emperor. She was also the daughter of Francis II, who was the last Holy Roman Emperor and the first Emperor of the Austrian Empire.
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Early Life and Military Start
Adam Neipperg was born in Vienna, the capital of Austria. His father was Count Leopold von Neipperg. When he was young, Adam studied at the Karlsschule military academy in Stuttgart, Germany.
At just sixteen years old, in 1791, he joined the Austrian army. This was the start of his long and distinguished career.
Military Career and Injuries
Adam Neipperg quickly became involved in important battles. He fought in the Battle of Jemappes, Battle of Neerwinden, and the Siege of Valenciennes.
In 1794, during a mission, he was badly injured and lost his right eye. This serious injury kept him from fighting for over a year. Despite this, he returned to the Austrian army.
He took part in the Battle of Mainz in 1795. Later, he led Austrian troops in Italy. He was part of the Battle of Marengo in 1800, which was a difficult defeat for the Austrians. After this, he worked on peace talks with the French. He also fought bravely in the Battle of Pozzolo.
In 1805, he fought again in Italy. By 1806, he became a colonel, a high rank in the army.
Diplomatic Work
In 1809, after another war, Adam Neipperg began a new role as an ambassador. He was sent to Sweden. His job was to convince Bernadotte, the Crown Prince of Sweden, to join the countries fighting against Napoleon. He succeeded, and for this important service, he received an award from the Swedish king.
Neipperg then returned to the Austrian army. He fought in the Battle of Leipzig in 1813, a very large and important battle. His bravery there earned him the rank of lieutenant field marshal.
In 1814, a powerful Austrian leader named Klemens von Metternich sent Neipperg to negotiate with Joachim Murat, the King of Naples. Murat signed a secret peace treaty with Austria to keep his throne.
Later Military Actions
When Napoleon returned from exile, Murat once again sided with him. This led to a conflict known as the Neapolitan War.
Neipperg commanded a part of the Austrian army. He defeated General Carrascosa's troops at Scapezzano in May 1815. This victory was very important. It helped the main Austrian army, led by Field Marshal Frederick Bianchi, win the Battle of Tolentino against Murat. Murat had to retreat because Neipperg's forces were threatening his side.
In 1815, Neipperg also took part in a short occupation of France. He commanded Austrian troops in several French regions before leaving in September 1815.
Personal Life and Family
In 1806, Adam Neipperg married Therese Josephine Walpurgis, Countess von Pola. They had four sons:
- Count Alfred von Neipperg (1807–1865)
- Count Ferdinand von Neipperg (1809–1843)
- Count Gustav von Neipperg (1811–1850)
- Count Erwin von Neipperg (1813–1897)
After his first wife passed away, Adam Neipperg married Empress Marie-Louise in 1821. She had become the ruler of Parma, Piacenza and Guastalla. They had three children:
- Countess Albertine di Montenuovo (1817–1867)
- William Albert, Count, then Prince von Montenuovo (1819–1895)
- Countess Mathilde di Montenuovo (born 1822), who died young.
Adam Neipperg passed away in Parma on February 22, 1829, due to a heart condition. His descendants from his marriage to Marie-Louise became known as the Princes von Montenuovo. They were important figures in the Austro-Hungarian nobility.
Images for kids
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Teresa Pola 1778 1815.jpg
Therese Josephine Walpurgis, Countess von Pola
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Princess Marie Frederike Charlotte von Württemberg
See also
In Spanish: Adam Albert von Neipperg para niños
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| Preceded by Filippo Magawly Cerati |
Prime Minister of Duchy of Parma 1823–1829 |
Succeeded by Joseph von Werklein |
