Lewenhaupt marches south from Riga with troops, ammunition and food for Charles XII's main army.
Historical person
Adam Ludwig Lewenhaupt Biography
Historical biography and chronological timeline for Adam Ludwig Lewenhaupt, based on 8 World History Database records associated with Sweden.
Chronological biography
1708
Lewenhaupt's supply army is defeated by Russian forces, depriving Charles XII of vital reinforcements.
His supply column is badly damaged before joining Charles XII.
Lewenhaupt reaches the main Swedish army with only part of his force and without the full wagon train.
1709
Commands infantry during the Swedish siege of Poltava.
Survives the battle and leads the retreating remnants.
Leads Swedish infantry through the redoubt line toward the Russian camp.
Surrenders the Swedish army after Charles XII escapes.
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Record provenance
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