Helmuth von Moltke the Younger was a German military leader born on May 25, 1848. He served as the Chief of the General Staff of the German Army from 1906 to 1914. He was the nephew of the famous military strategist Helmuth von Moltke the Elder, who played a significant role in the unification of Germany. Moltke the Younger faced challenges during his tenure, particularly with the onset of World War I. His strategies were often criticized, and he struggled to adapt to the changing nature of warfare. He was eventually relieved of his command in 1914, marking a significant shift in German military leadership.