Ludwik Kicki
PolandCount Józef Ludwik Kicicki
Early Life and Military CareerJózef Ludwik Kicicki was a Polish count, general, and rebel, born to Onufry Kicicki and Józefa Szydłowska. In 1807, he joined the army of the Duchy of Warsaw, fighting in the war against Austria. His bravery at the Battle of Raszyn earned him a promotion to colonel. In 1811, he became adjutant to Prince Józef Poniatowski.
Napoleonic Wars
During Napoleon's invasion of Russia, Kicicki distinguished himself at the battles of Winiów and the Berezina. He continued to serve as adjutant to Grand Duke Konstantin Pavlovich in the army of the Kingdom of Poland.
November Uprising
In 1820, Kicicki resigned from the army, but his resignation was not accepted until 1821. When the November Uprising broke out, he joined the Polish army as a colonel of horse shooters. In February 1831, he was promoted to divisional general.
Leadership and Death
Kicicki commanded a cavalry brigade in battles at Białołęka, Grochów, Wawer, Dembe Wielkie, and Domanice. At the Battle of Ostrołęka, he led a charge, during which he was killed.
Legacy
Kicicki was buried in the forest near the village of Kruki. His heroism and sacrifice during the November Uprising earned him a place in Polish history as a national hero.
