Godert de Ginkell, 1st Earl of Athlone
Dutch general in the service of England (1644-1703) · Netherlands · Died at 58
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Something wrong?Godard van Reede, 1st Earl of Athlone was a Dutch States Army officer who rose to prominence during the Williamite War in Ireland. During the Franco-Dutch War, his bravery and meticulous execution of duties as a cavalry officer caught William of Orange's attention.
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Godard van Reede-Ginkel at the age of sixteen, by Jürgen Ovens.
Portrait of Lieutenant-General Godert de Ginkel in 1690, by Adriaen van der Werff.
William III makes Ginkel Earl of Athlone for his services. 19th century depiction.
View of Nijmegen in 1702 during the stand-off between the two armies.
Death mask of Godert de Ginkel, at Amerongen Castle.Awards
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Godard van Reede, 1st Earl of Athlone was a Dutch States Army officer who rose to prominence during the Williamite War in Ireland. During the Franco-Dutch War, his bravery and meticulous execution of duties as a cavalry officer caught William of Orange's attention. Rapid promotions followed, and in 1691, he was entrusted with command of the war in Ireland. Alongside Waldeck and Schomberg, Athlone became one of the few senior officers to whom William granted independent command over the Anglo-Dutch forces during his wars.
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