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Franz von Werneck

Austrian general

Died when: 57 years 96 days (687 months)
Star Sign: Libra

 

Franz von Werneck

Franz Freiherr von Werneck (13 October 1748 – 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.


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