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Karl von Grolman
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Karl Wilhelm Georg von Grolman (30.7.1777 - 15.9.1843) place of birth: Berlin (Brandenburg) Although born into the family of a noted judge in Berlin, Grolman opted instead for a military career at the age of 13. Prussian general who served during the wars of liberation (Befreiungskriege) and who replaced Gneisenau as Prussia Chief of General Staff (1814-1819). Later, Infantry Regiment (l. Posensches) Nr. 18, was named in Grolman's honor, as was a fort in the Posen (Poznan) area. Serving as commanding general of V. Army Corps in Posen, he died on 15 September 1843.
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