Bohdan Khmelnytsky
Hetman of Ukraine during the 17th century
Led a major rebellion against Polish-Lithuanian rule in Ukraine, establishing the Cossack state. Played a pivotal role in the formation of the Ukrainian Cossack Hetmanate. Formed an alliance with Russia, resulting in the Treaty of Pereyaslav in 1654, which sought to protect Ukraine's autonomy while aligning it with Russia for military support.
Led the Khmelnytsky Uprising from 1648
Established the Cossack Hetmanate
Signed the Treaty of Pereyaslav in 1654
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