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Jan III Sobieski

1629 - 1696 · King of Poland, Military commander · b. in Olesko

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Ruler of Poland-Lithuania from 1674 to 1696

John III Sobieski was King of Poland and Grand Duke of Lithuania from 1674 until his death in 1696.

Key achievements

  • 01Victory at the Battle of Vienna in 1683
  • 02An outstanding cavalry commander
  • 03A symbol of the defence of Christian Europe

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