György Szondy
György Szondy was a Hungarian soldier and the captain of Drégely Castle. He was a respected soldier, even by his Turkish foes, whose recognition can be seen by his burial by Hadim Ali Pasha with full military honours.
Szondy György | |
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Statue of Szondy on Kodály körönd, Budapest | |
Nickname(s) | Suhó |
Born | 1500 Turóc County |
Died | Drégely Castle | 9 July 1552
Buried | |
Allegiance | Kingdom of Hungary |
Service/ | Army |
Years of service | 37 |
Rank | Captain |
Unit | Infantry |
Battles/wars | Battle of Mohács (29 August 1526) Drégely Castle (July 1552) |
Relations | Jakab Szondy (brother) |
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