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October 11, 1424
Jan Žižka, Czech general and Hussite leader
Jan Žižka
Jan Žižka z Trocnova a Kalicha was a Czech military leader and Knight who was a contemporary and follower of Jan Hus, and a prominent Radical Hussite who led the Taborite faction during the Hussite Wars. Renowned for his exceptional military skill, Žižka is celebrated as a Czech national hero. Žižka led the Hussite forces in battles against three crusades and remained undefeated throughout his military career.