Reiß

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Reiß was a knight and a key figure during the German Peasants' War, known for his role in the defense of Burg Hohenstaufen against the advancing peasant forces in 1525, ultimately leading to the abandonment of the fortress.

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Reiß was the commander who ordered the cannons to be fired to intimidate the defenders before fleeing.

Beste Sachbücher zu den Bauernkriegen: Demokratische Revolution vor 500 Jahren - Kultur

Süddeutsche Zeitung·

Germany· 2025-03-15

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