The Great Northern War (1700–1721) was a conflict in which a coalition led by Russia successfully contested the supremacy of the Swedish Empire in
Early St. Petersburg
Today's installment concludes St. Petersburg Founded,our selection from Peter the Great by Kazimierz Waliszewski published in 1898.If you have
Building St. Petersburg
The port of St. Petersburg, during the lifetime of its founder, never was anything but a mere project.Continuing St. Petersburg Founded,our
St. Petersburg Founded
This series has three easy 5 minute installments. This first installment: A Most Remarkable Location.IntroductionThe story of Saint Petersburg
The Battle and Its Aftermath
Today's installment concludes The Battle of Poltava,our selection from Peter the Great by Kazimierz Waliszewski published in 1898. For works
Russian Army Strengthens While Swedish Army Weakens
It was Charles who took action at last, informing his generals, on June 26th (July 7th) that he would give battle on the following
Invaders Encounter Winter in Russia
And so the summer passed away. A winter campaign became inevitable, and the abyss which Peter's unerring eye had scanned began to gape.Continuing
Diplomatic Maneuvers Among the Powers
What then was Peter to do? He must work on, increase his resources, and add to his experience.Continuing The Battle of Poltava,our selection from
Peter Advances Towards the Baltic Sea
Peter's conquests and newly founded cities disturbed Charles XII but little. "Let him build towns; there will be all the more for us to