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Vital Joachim Chamorin 
Summary
Vital Joachim Chamorin (16 August 1773 — 25 March 1811) was a French general officer who was known for commanding the 26th French Dragoons Regiment during the Peninsular War. He was killed at the Battle of Campo Maior while fighting against the British light cavalry of William Carr Beresford.
Vital Joachim Chamorin | |
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 General of Brigade Vital Joachim Chamorin | |
| Born | 16 August 1773 Bonnelles, Yvelines, France |
| Died | 25 March 1811 (aged 37) Campo Maior, Spain |
| Allegiance |  France |
| Service/ | Cavalry |
| Years of service | 1788-1811 |
| Rank | General of Brigade |
| Awards | Légion d'Honneur Baron of the Empire |