Vincenzo Borg
Vincenzo Borg | |
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Bust of Vincenzo Borg, "Brared", at the St Helen's Basilica Museum with the Maltese Blockade Gold Medal. Sculpted by Salvu Psaila. | |
| Born | 11 January 1777 |
| Died | 18 July 1837 (aged 60) |
| Burial place | Collegiate Parish Church of Birkirkara |
| Nationality | Maltese |
| Other names | Brared |
| Occupation(s) | Merchant and lieutenant |
| Military career | |
| Allegiance | Malta |
| Service | National Congress Battalions |
| Battles / wars | Siege of Malta (1798–1800) |
| Awards | Pro Patria gold medal (1801) Companion of the Order of St Michael and St George (1833) |
Vincenzo Maria Borg (Maltese: Ċensu Maria Borg, 1773 – 18 July 1837), also known by his nickname Brared (or Braret), was a Maltese merchant who was one of the main insurgent leaders during the French blockade of 1798–1800. He was a lieutenant from 1801 until he was deposed in January 1804.