Eugene of Savoy: One of the Greatest Generals of Early Modern Europe

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Prince Eugene of Savoy was one of the greatest generals of early modern Europe. He is renowned for his victories against the invading Ottoman Empire and for his partnership with the Duke of Marlborough in the War of the Spanish Succession.

Eugene of Savoy is remembered as Austria's greatest general and helped lay the foundation for Hapsburg power in central Europe. He became one of the richest men in Europe throughout his career from the spoils of his battlefield victories and relationship with the emperor of the Holy Roman Empire.







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