Vladimir the Great Unifies Kievan Rus

Vladimir the Great consolidated the Kievan realm, enhancing his power and influence across Eastern Europe. By affirming his role as the knyaz of all Kievan Rus, he established a centralized authority over the diverse territories stretching from modern-day Ukraine to the Baltic Sea. This monumental unification was marked by both military successes and strategic marriages, solidifying alliances that would shape the future of the region.