Armand-François Cillart de Suville facts for kids
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Armand-François Cillart de Suville
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| Born | 1 February 1730  Séglien |
| Died | 30 June 1801 (aged 71) Jersey |
| Occupation | Officer of the French Navy |
Armand-François Marie Cillart de Suville was a French Navy officer. He was born in Séglien, France, on February 1, 1730. He passed away in Jersey on June 30, 1801, at the age of 71. He is known for his service during the American Revolutionary War, also called the War of American Independence.
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Armand-François Cillart de Suville came from an important family. His father was a captain in a dragoon unit, which was a type of soldier who rode horses. Two of his brothers, Étienne-François de Cillart de Villeneuve and Jean-Marie de Villeneuve Cillart, also joined the Navy.
Cillart began his naval journey in 1746. He started as a Garde-Marine, which was a young officer trainee in the French Navy.
Serving in the Seven Years' War
During the Seven Years' War, a big conflict that involved many countries, Cillart served on a ship called the Robuste. This was a large warship with 74 guns. He was on this ship in 1759.
Later, he joined an expedition to Newfoundland with Admiral Charles-Henri-Louis d'Arsac de Ternay. He served on a fast ship called the frigate Licorne during this mission.
Rising Through the Ranks
Cillart continued to work hard and move up in the Navy.
- In 1771, he was promoted to Lieutenant. This is an officer rank.
- In 1777, he became a Captain. This meant he could command his own ship.
Service in the American Revolutionary War
In 1779, Cillart was given command of the Réfléchi. This was a 64-gun ship. His ship was part of a large fleet led by Admiral Louis Guillouet, comte d'Orvilliers.
Key Battles
Cillart took part in several important naval battles:
- He was wounded during the Battle of Grenada on July 6, 1779. This shows how dangerous naval warfare could be.
- He also fought in the Battle of Martinique (1779) on December 18, 1779. In this battle, he served under Admiral Lamotte-Picquet.
- In 1781, he was part of the Battle of the Chesapeake on September 5. This battle was very important for the American victory in the war.
Further Promotions
Cillart continued to earn higher ranks:
- In 1782, he was promoted to Brigadier. This was another step up in his naval career.
- On October 20, he commanded the 74-gun ship Actif at the Battle of Cape Spartel. He served under Admiral Córdova in this battle.
- In 1786, he became a Chef d'Escadre. This was a high rank, similar to a Rear Admiral.
- On January 1, 1792, he was promoted to contre-amiral, which is the French term for Rear Admiral.
Armand-François Cillart de Suville had a long and distinguished career in the French Navy, fighting in major conflicts and rising to high command.
