Josip Šišković

Josip Šišković was a Habsburg senior military officer and official of Croatian origin, a member of the Šišković noble family residing in Bačka. He held the rank of artillery general of the imperial army of the Habsburg monarchy and the title of count. In over forty years of his career, he participated in the many battles and wars waged by the Monarchy during the 18th century. In them he distinguished himself with exceptional knowledge, ability and courage, so he received a number of decorations for his merits, including the Knight's Cross of the Military Order of Maria Theresa (1758) and the Commander's Cross of the same Order (1765). He also received political and government appointments.