Jan Karol Chodkiewicz

Description: (Polish Army Commander Known for His Massive Victories Against the Turks and Swedes)
Polish military commander Jan Karol Chodkiewicz is remembered for his exploits against the Swedes and the Turks. He once demolished a Swedish army 4 times larger than his own. He died in the battle of Khotyn, or Chocim, after successfully defending it against the Turks, fighting a huge army.

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Born In Vilnius, Lithuania
Died on September 24, 1621
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