Ottavio Piccolomini, 1st Duke of Amalfi was an Italian nobleman whose military career included service as a Spanish general and then as a field marshal of the Holy Roman Empire.
Ottavio Piccolomini, Austrian-Italian field marshal (died 1656)
On November 11, in the year 1599, Ottavio Piccolomini, Austrian-Italian field marshal (died 1656). This event is recorded as a Notable Births event in the history of November 11, one of 454 recorded events on this date across all of history.
1 notable person is associated with this event, including Ottavio Piccolomini. Learn more below.
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- This event took place on November 11, 1599 (AD era).
- It is categorised as a Notable Births event in recorded history.
- Referenced in 1 Wikipedia article.
- 1 notable person is recorded as involved in or associated with this event.
- Wikipedia source last updated on 19 October 2026.
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