Episode 4 of 4
Covert Reconnaissance
- When
- February 1590
- Where
- Breda
- Part of
- Siege of Breda
Charles de Heraugiere conducted a secret survey of Breda's defenses in February 1590 under orders from Maurice of Nassau.
In February 1590, Charles de Heraugiere, a nobleman from Cambrai, was tasked with a covert reconnaissance of Breda. He successfully deceived the garrison soldiers and provided the warning signal to Maurice, initiating the march of troops toward the city.
Sources
- Capture of Breda (1590) Wikipedia, revision of 2026-08-22
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