Alexander Nevsky
Alexander Nevsky (1220-1263) was a prince of Novgorod and Grand Prince of Kiev, celebrated for his military victories against Swedish and Teutonic knights during the 13th century. He is revered as a saint in the Russian Orthodox Church and is a national hero in Russia, symbolizing the defense of the Russian lands and Orthodox faith. His legacy includes the famous 'Battle on the Ice', where he led a decisive victory against the Teutonic order, and he has been immortalized in various works of art, literature, and film, including Sergei Eisenstein's famous 1938 film 'Alexander Nevsky'.
Born on Nov 30, 1220 (804 years old)
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