Mikhail II

Grand Prince of Tver served during a period of political contention in early 15th century Russia. Assumed the title in 1382, he navigated the complex landscape of Russian principalities. Engaged in conflicts with rival nobles and faced pressures from the Grand Duchy of Lithuania. Attempted to strengthen the regional power of Tver against Moscow's growing influence. His reign was marked by efforts to maintain independence for the principality amidst the fractious political environment of the time.

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