Historical Events tagged with "dmitry pozharsky"
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Military & Warfare
Russian Troops Expel Polish Forces from Kitay-gorod
November 1st, 1612 412 years ago
In a significant military engagement, Russian troops led by Dmitry Pozharsky expelled Polish forces from Kitay-gorod, a fortified area in Moscow. This operation was part of the broader conflict during the Time of Troubles, a period marked by political instability and foreign intervention in Russia. Pozharsky's leadership was crucial in bolstering Russian resistance against Polish occupation and was celebrated as a key moment in the fight for Russian sovereignty.
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