Historical Events tagged with "historical valor"

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Politics & Government

Establishment of the Order of St. Alexander Nevsky

May 21st, 1725 299 years ago

Empress Catherine I instituted the Order of St. Alexander Nevsky in Russia as a prestigious honor for military leaders and individuals who demonstrated exemplary service. Named after the 13th-century prince Alexander Nevsky, the order aimed to recognize valor in service to the Russian Empire. It was a significant achievement in Catherine's reign, reflecting her commitment to strengthening the military and promoting loyalty within her kingdom. The order would later face discontinuation, only to be reinstated by the Soviet government in 1942 under the name Order of Alexander Nevsky.

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