James FitzJames Berwick

ModernGeneralFrance1670 — 1734

Illegitimate Stuart, Marshal of France.

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Quick Facts

Born

1670

Died

1734

Country

France

Era

Modern

Occupation

General

Score Overview

Military (10%)78

Political (20%)72

Influence (20%)62

Legacy (20%)50

Leadership (15%)62

Strategy (15%)67

Total Score62.6

James FitzJames Berwick — Complete Timeline

1702 AD

Service in the War of the Spanish SuccessionWar◆ Major

Berwick commanded French forces in Spain, capturing Barcelona in 1705 and defeating the Allies at the Battle of Almansa in 1707. These victories secured the Spanish throne for Philip V, Louis XIV's grandson.

WarVictorySpain

Impact: regionalconstructive

1703 AD

Appointment as Marshal of FrancePolitical Action◆ Major

Berwick was appointed Marshal of France by Louis XIV, despite his illegitimate Stuart birth. This appointment recognized his military successes and loyalty to the French crown.

AppointmentPromotionHonor

Impact: nationalconstructive

1714 AD

Siege of Barcelona (1714)War◆ Major

Berwick commanded the French siege of Barcelona, which fell after 13 months. The capture ended Catalan resistance to Philip V and led to the abolition of Catalan institutions under the Nueva Planta decrees.

SiegeConquestCatalonia

Impact: regionaldestructive

1734 AD

Death at the Siege of PhilippsburgWar

Berwick was killed by a cannonball while inspecting siege works at Philippsburg during the War of the Polish Succession. His death was a significant loss for the French army.

DeathSiegeLoss

Impact: regionaltragic