Franz von Werneck Military person

Franz Freiherr von Werneck, born 13 October 1748 – died 17 January 1806, enlisted in the army of Habsburg Austria and fought in the Austro-Turkish War, the French Revolutionary Wars, and the Napoleonic Wars. He enjoyed a distinguished career until 1797, when he lost a battle and was dismissed as punishment. He was only reinstated in 1805. In that year he surrendered his command and was later brought up on charges. He died while awaiting a court-martial.

Personal facts

Birth date	October 13, 1748
Birth place	Germany , Stuttgart
Date of death	January 17, 1806
Place of death	Czech Republic , Hradec Králové

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allegiance	Austrian Empire
award	Military Order of Maria Theresa
military operations	Napoleonic Wars French Revolutionary Wars Austro-Turkish War (1787–91)