Anton Schübirz von Chobinin

Anton Schübirz or Anton Schubirz von Chobinin (21 December 1748 – 11 June 1801) was an Austrian General-major. He fought for Habsburg monarchy against Ottoman Turkey and the French First Republic. He participated in several noteworthy actions during the French Revolutionary Wars. As a newly promoted general officer in Italy, he led a brigade in an all-night action against the French at Codogno, part of the Battle of Fombio in May 1796. In the sparring before the Battle of Castiglione, he showed initiative in bringing his troops to the assistance of a fellow general. He also fought at Fontaniva, Caldiero, and Arcole in the autumn of 1796. This was the theater of war where a young French general named Napoleon Bonaparte earned his fame. Schübirz retired from the army in 1798 and died three years later.

Anton Schübirz von Chobinin
Born21 December 1748 (1748-12-21)
Olomouc, Habsburg monarchy
Died11 June 1801 (1801-06-12) (aged 52)
Graz, Habsburg monarchy
Allegiance Habsburg monarchy
Service/branchCavalry, infantry
RankGeneral-major
Battles/warsFrench Revolutionary Wars
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