Aleksander Nevski
Aleksander Nevski was a prominent medieval prince of Novgorod, known for his military leadership during the conflicts between the Novgorod Republic and the Teutonic Knights. His most famous victory came at the Battle on the Ice in 1242, which is celebrated in Russian history as a crucial moment in defending the Russian lands against Western invaders. His legacy includes his canonization as a saint in the Russian Orthodox Church, symbolizing the resistance against foreign domination.
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Aleksander Nevski led the Novgorod Republic forces against the troops of the Tartu bishopric and the Livonian Order.
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