When and where was Michael von Melas born?
Michael Friedrich Benedikt Baron von Melas entered the world on the 12th of May 1729 in Radeln, Transylvania. This small settlement now bears the name Roadeș within Bunești commune, Brașov County, Romania.
Questions about Michael von Melas
Short answers, pulled from the story.
Who did Michael von Melas serve as aide de camp during the Seven Years' War?
He served as aide de camp for Leopold Josef Graf Daun during these turbulent years. Daun commanded significant forces against Prussia and its allies throughout the conflict while Melas learned the arts of staff work under his direct supervision.
Which battles did General of the cavalry Michael von Melas win alongside Alexander Suvorov?
They achieved victories at Cassano, Trebbia, Novi, Genola, and the Siege of Genoa. These successes brought them near another victory over Napoleon before Marengo intervened.
What happened to Austrian control of Italy after the Battle of Marengo?
The day after this battle he signed the Convention of Alessandria which gave rule of Italy up to the Mincio River to Napoleon. Habsburg Crown authority was forced out of Italy as a consequence.
When and where did Michael von Melas die?
His final days were spent in Týnec nad Labem within Bohemia and he died on the 31st of May 1806 at that location. His grave remains in Bohemia today as a marker of his long career.