Sébastien Le Prestre de Vauban

Sébastien Le Prestre de Vauban (1633–1707) was a renowned French military engineer and tactician, celebrated for revolutionizing fortification design during the 17th century. He developed innovative defensive structures, star-shaped forts, and strategic plans that greatly enhanced France's border security. Vauban also contributed to military strategy and territorial management, improving siege techniques and fortification systems that influenced warfare for centuries. His work combined engineering expertise with strategic insight, making him a key figure in military history. His legacy includes modern concepts of fortification design and defensive planning still studied today.