Johann Dietrich von Hülsen
Johann Dietrich von Hülsen | |
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Hülsen's name is listed among the noble men at Rheinsberg castle | |
| Born | 1 June 1693 Babziens, East Prussia |
| Died | 29 May 1767 (aged 73) Berlin |
| Allegiance | Prussia |
| Service | Army; Infantry |
| Years of service | 1715–1767 |
| Rank | Lieutenant General |
| Battles / wars | |
| Awards | Pour le Mérite Order of the Black Eagle Equestrian statue of Frederick the Great |
Johann Dietrich von Hülsen (1 June 1693–29 May 1767) was a Prussian lieutenant general of the infantry. After a lifelong officer's career in various infantry regiments, he acquired the special respect of Frederick II in the Seven Years' War as general, and was honored by him with the appointment as governor of Berlin. During the war, he became a canon to Minden and was awarded the Black Eagle Order and the Order Pour le Mérite. His name appears on the top tier of the Equestrian statue of Frederick the Great.