Christoph von Benckendorff
Baltic German military personnel (1749-1823)
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Summary
Christoph von Benckendorff was born on July 30, 1749[1], in Hamina[2]. He died on June 10, 1823[3], in Kolga manor[4]. He worked as a military personnel[5]. He is known by 6 alternative names across languages and contexts.[6]
Key Facts
- Father: Johann Michael von Benckendorff[7]
- Mother: Sophie Elisabeth von Löwenstern[8]
- Spouse: Anna Juliane von Benckendorff[9]
- Child: Alexander von Benckendorff[10], Konstantin von Benckendorff[11], Dorothea Lieven[12], Natalie Marie Elisabeth Schewitsch[13]
- Country of citizenship: Russian Empire[14]
- Award received: Knight of the Order of St. Alexander Nevsky[15], Order of St. George, 4th class[16]
- Sex or gender: male[17]
- Family: Benckendorff[18]
- Commons category: Christoph Iwanowitsch von Benckendorff[19]
- Military, police or special rank: General of the Infantry[20]
- Participated in conflict: Seven Years' War[21]
- Family name: Benckendorff[22]
- Given name: Christopher[23]
- Allegiance: Russian Empire[24]
- Described by source: Russian Biographical Dictionary[25]
- Languages spoken, written or signed: German[26]
FAQs
Where was Christoph von Benckendorff born?
Christoph von Benckendorff's place of birth was Hamina[2].
Where did Christoph von Benckendorff die?
Christoph von Benckendorff died in Kolga manor[4].
Who were Christoph von Benckendorff's parents?
Christoph von Benckendorff's father was Johann Michael von Benckendorff[7]. Christoph von Benckendorff's mother was Sophie Elisabeth von Löwenstern[8].
Who was Christoph von Benckendorff married to?
Christoph von Benckendorff's spouses include Anna Juliane von Benckendorff[9].
What did Christoph von Benckendorff do for work?
Christoph von Benckendorff worked as a military personnel[5].
What awards did Christoph von Benckendorff receive?
Honors received include Knight of the Order of St. Alexander Nevsky[15] and Order of St. George, 4th class[16].