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Marshal Davout

A feared marshal of Napoleon, known for his severity.

minor

Also known as Davout

First appearance: iv

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PAPrince Andrei …NRNikoláy RostóvNRNatásha RostóvaVRVéra RostóvaPBPierre BezúkhovMDMarshal Davout

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  • Group 7
  • Protagonist
  • Group 1

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