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Gebhard Leberecht von Blücher
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Gebhard Leberecht von Blücher
Born (1742-12-16)December 16, 1742
Rostock, Duchy of Mecklenburg
Died September 12, 1819(1819-09-12) (aged 76)
Krieblowitz, Silesia Province (now Krobielowice in Poland)
Allegiance Sweden, Prussia
Years of service 1758–1815
Rank Kingdom of PrussiaGeneralfeldmarschall
Battles/wars Seven Years' War, Napoleonic Wars

Gebhard Leberecht von Blücher, Fürst von Wahlstatt (December 16, 1742 – September 12, 1819) was a famous Prussian general. He is best known for his role in the Napoleonic Wars. Blücher fought bravely against Napoleon and his French armies. He was a key figure in the final defeat of Napoleon.

Who Was Blücher?

Gebhard Leberecht von Blücher was born in Rostock, which was part of the Duchy of Mecklenburg. He started his military career quite young. At first, he served in the Swedish army. Later, he joined the Prussian army.

Blücher became known for his aggressive fighting style. He was often called "Marschall Vorwärts," which means "Marshal Forwards." This nickname showed his eagerness to attack the enemy.

Fighting Napoleon

Blücher played a very important part in the wars against Napoleon. These wars took place in the early 1800s. He led Prussian troops in many major battles.

One of his most famous moments was at the Battle of Waterloo in 1815. His Prussian army arrived just in time. They helped the British army defeat Napoleon for good. This victory changed the course of European history.

Blücher's Legacy

After the wars, Blücher was honored as a hero. He was given the title of Fürst von Wahlstatt. This was a special title for his great achievements.

Blücher died in 1819 at his home in Krieblowitz. Today, he is remembered as one of Prussia's greatest military leaders. Statues and monuments honor him in Germany. His bravery and determination are still admired.

Images for kids

  • Marschall Vorwärts (1863)

    Marschall Vorwärts by Emil Hünten (1863)

  • Gebhard Leberecht von Blücher in Bautzen 1813

    Gebhard Leberecht von Blücher in Bautzen by Bogdan Willewalde (1885)

  • Cruikshank - Old Blucher beating the Corsican Big Drum

    Old Blucher Beating the Corsican Big Drum, George Cruikshank, 8 April 1814

  • Prussian Attack Plancenoit by Adolf Northern

    The Prussian attack on Plancenoit during the Battle of Waterloo, painted by Adolph Northen

  • SM Krobielowice Mauzoleum Bluchera (15) ID 599647

    Blücher Mausoleum in ex-German Krieblowitz (now Krobielowice, Poland).

  • Rostock Blücher Denkmal

    Blücher monument in front of the University of Rostock's main building, created by Johann Gottfried Schadow in collaboration with Johann Wolfgang von Goethe

  • 2012-06 Trzebina 16

    Castle in Trzebina (German: Kunzendorf), near Prudnik (owned by the Blücher family 1812–1817)

  • Krobielowice-1999AJurk144

    Krobielowice (German: Krieblowitz) Castle, Lower Silesia (owned by the Blücher family 1814–1945)

  • Raduň - Castle 01

    Raduň Castle, Czech Republic (owned by the Blücher family 1832–1945)

  • Bundesarchiv Bild 102-02016, Berlin, Blücher-Palais, neue USA-Botschaft

    Blücher mansion near Brandenburg Gate (U.S. Embassy, 1930–1941)

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