Victor-Marie d'Estrées facts for kids
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Victor-Marie d'Estrées
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Portrait by Nicolas de Largillière, 1710
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| Born | 30 November 1660 Paris, France |
| Died | 27 December 1737 (aged 77) Paris, France |
| Allegiance |  France |
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 France Army French Navy |
| Years of service | 1676–1731 |
| Rank | Marshal of France |
| Commands held | Flotte du Ponant |
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| Awards |  Order of the Holy Spirit Order of the Golden Fleece |
Victor-Marie d'Estrées (born November 30, 1660 – died December 27, 1737) was an important French military leader and nobleman. He was born in Paris, France. He became a Marshal of France, which was a very high military rank. People often called him "Maréchal d'Estrées". He served both in the French army and navy during his long career.
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Early Life and Military Start
Victor-Marie d'Estrées was the son of Jean II d'Estrées, another famous military leader. Victor-Marie started his military journey in 1676. He first joined the French Royal Army. However, just one year later, he decided to switch to the French Navy.
Fighting in Early Wars
During the Franco-Dutch War, Victor-Marie d'Estrées commanded a warship. He took part in a naval battle in March 1677. After this, he continued to fight in the Mediterranean Sea. When the Nine Years' War began, he chose to serve in the army again. He was wounded in 1688 during a battle called the siege of Philippsburg.
In 1690, he returned to the navy. He led 20 ships in a major sea battle known as the Battle of Beachy Head. Later, King Louis XIV gave him command of the French fleet in the Mediterranean. He helped Louis Joseph, Duke of Vendôme capture the city of Barcelona in 1697.
Important Roles and Honors
In 1698, Victor-Marie d'Estrées married Lucie Félicité de Noailles. She was the daughter of Anne Jules de Noailles. They did not have any children.
War of the Spanish Succession
When the War of the Spanish Succession started, d'Estrées had a special mission. He was ordered to sail Philip V of Spain to Naples. This trip helped Philip V claim the throne of the Two Sicilies. Because he succeeded in this mission, Victor-Marie d'Estrées received the title of Grandee of Spain. This was a very high honor.
In 1703, he was given the title of Marshal of France. This was one of the highest military ranks in France. A year later, in 1704, he became a mentor to the Count of Toulouse. The Count was an admiral in the French navy. Together, they fought in the Battle of Vélez-Málaga in 1704. This battle did not have a clear winner.
Later Life and Legacy
Victor-Marie d'Estrées became a member of a special council during the time when Philippe II, Duke of Orléans was in charge. After his father passed away, he inherited a big title. He became the Viceroy of the American Islands. He also received the French colony of Saint Lucia as his own property.
He gathered a huge amount of money during his life. He spent a lot of it on buying art and books. He had so many collections that he never even unpacked some of them! In 1715, he was chosen to be a member of the Académie française. This is a very important French organization focused on the French language. In 1723, he became the Duke of Estrées and a Peer of France. This happened after his uncle died. Victor-Marie d'Estrées passed away in 1737.
Named in His Honor
Victor-Marie d'Estrées was a very important person in French history. Because of his achievements, some things were named after him. For example, a French warship called the D'Estrées was named in his honor. Also, a place in South Australia called D'Estrees Bay carries his name.
See also
In Spanish: Victor-Marie d'Estrées para niños
