Blucher
Blücher can refer to several different topics, including people, ships, and other uses. Below is a detailed explanation of each.
People[edit | edit source]
Gebhard Leberecht von Blücher[edit | edit source]
Gebhard Leberecht von Blücher (1742–1819) was a Prussian field marshal who played a significant role in the Napoleonic Wars. He is best known for his leadership at the Battle of Waterloo, where his timely intervention was crucial to the defeat of Napoleon Bonaparte.
Other notable individuals[edit | edit source]
- Franz Blücher (1896–1959), a German politician who served as Vice Chancellor of West Germany.
- Heinrich Blücher (1899–1970), a German philosopher and husband of Hannah Arendt.
Ships[edit | edit source]
Several ships have been named Blücher, primarily in honor of Gebhard Leberecht von Blücher.
SMS Blücher[edit | edit source]
SMS Blücher was a German armored cruiser built in the early 20th century. It was commissioned into the Imperial German Navy in 1909 and was sunk during the Battle of Dogger Bank in 1915.
German cruiser Blücher[edit | edit source]
The German cruiser Blücher was a heavy cruiser of the Kriegsmarine during World War II. It was launched in 1937 and sunk in 1940 during the Battle of Drøbak Sound.
Other Uses[edit | edit source]
- Blücher (horse), a racehorse named after the Prussian field marshal.
- Blücher (film), a film that may refer to a historical or fictional account involving the name Blücher.
Related Pages[edit | edit source]
- Napoleonic Wars
- Battle of Waterloo
- Imperial German Navy
- Kriegsmarine
- Battle of Dogger Bank
- Battle of Drøbak Sound
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