Azov Collection

Tsar Peter I the Great (in the clothes he wore in Azov (1696) - Tsar Peter I in the attracts he wore at Azov
NWI4943984 Tsar Peter I the Great (in the clothes he wore in Azov (1696) - Tsar Peter I in the attracts he wore at Azov. Hand-colored engraving; (add.info)

Bishop Mitrophan of Voronezh donating to Peter I for the Azov fleet construction on 1696
FIA5382037 Bishop Mitrophan of Voronezh donating to Peter I for the Azov fleet construction on 1696 by Terebenev, Mikhail Ivanovich (1795-1864); State Tretyakov Gallery

Krepost, Russian ship of the line, um 1700. Creator: Schoonebeek (Schoonebeck), Adriaan
Krepost, Russian ship of the line, um 1700. Private Collection

General Map of Azov Governorate, 1782. Creator: Islenyev, Ivan Ivanovich
General Map of Azov Governorate, 1782. Private Collection

Flagship Goto Predestinatsia (The Providence of God) built by Peter the Great at Voronezh, 1700. Found in the Collection of State Central Navy Museum, St. Petersburg

Imperial regimental flag at the Time of Peter the Great, 1700. Artist: Flags, Banners and Standards
Imperial regimental flag at the Time of Peter the Great, 1700. Found in the collection of State Hermitage, St. Petersburg

Magnificent victory of the Russian army at Perekop on May 20, 1736, 1736. Artist: Baeck, Elias (1679-1747)
Magnificent victory of the Russian army at Perekop on May 20, 1736, 1736. From a private collection

Bishop Mitrophan of Voronezh donating to Peter I for the Azov fleet construction on 1696, 1857. Found in the collection of the State Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow

Siege of the Turkish Fortress Azov by Russian Forces in 1696, um 1700. Artist: Schoonebeek (Schoonebeck)
Siege of the Turkish Fortress Azov by Russian Forces in 1696, um 1700. Found in the collection of the State Hermitage, St. Petersburg

The Russian Ship of the Line Azov and a Frigate at Anchor in the Roads of Elsinore, 1828. Found in the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst, Copenhagen

Taking of Azov on 18 May 1696, late 18th or 19th century. Artist: Robert Ker Porter
Taking of Azov on 18 May 1696, late 18th or 19th century. Tsar Peter the Great led a Russian military assault on the city of Azov near the mouth of the Don River as part of his campaign to secure

View of Taganrog port, Sea of Azov, Russia
View of Taganrog port, Sea of Azov, Rostov, Russia, with ships of the Imperial Russian Navy, including the battleship Ioann Zlatoust (centre right, with three funnels)

Map of the Crimean peninsula by G. H. Davis
Russias reconquest of the Crimea during the Second World War. A pictorial map of the Crimean peninsula, showing principal towns, heights and communications. Date: 1944

The Caucasian Oilfields
The imminent danger to the pipe-line to Trudovaya by the enemy grip on the Crimea region, the sea of Azov, and Rostov-On-Don. 1941

Anapa, Russia - Black Sea Resort on the North Coast near the Sea of Azov. This postcard features sights of the town, including the Russian Jewish Synagogue (bottom)

Yenikale Fortress
The fortress of Yenikale, looking towards the Sea of Azov

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"Exploring the Rich History of Azov: From Bishop Mitrophan's Generous Donation to Peter I's Ambitious Fleet Construction in 1696, to the Magnificent Victory at Perekop in 1736" In the late 17th century, Bishop Mitrophan of Voronezh made a significant contribution towards the construction of the Azov fleet. This act of generosity paved the way for future triumphs and laid the foundation for what would become an impressive naval force. One such achievement was witnessed in 1699 when an engraving depicted the mighty Azov Fleet sailing with determination and purpose. The image captured their strength and unwavering commitment to protecting Russian interests on these treacherous waters. The Krepost, a formidable Russian ship of the line built around 1700 by Adriaan Schoonebeek, showcased both craftsmanship and power. Its presence symbolized Russia's growing influence as it sailed through turbulent waves towards victory. A general map from 1782 illustrated how vast and expansive Azov Governorate had become over time. Ivan Islenyev meticulously crafted this map, showcasing not only its geographical expanse but also hinting at its strategic importance within Russia. The flagship Goto Predestinatsia (The Providence of God), constructed by none other than Peter the Great himself at Voronezh in 1700, stood tall as a testament to his vision and ambition. It served as a constant reminder that greatness could be achieved through dedication and perseverance. During Peter's reign, an imperial regimental flag was designed to represent unity among soldiers fighting under his command. Created by Flags, Banners, and Standards artists circa 1700; it embodied loyalty while instilling pride within every soldier who fought under its colors. One cannot overlook Elias Baeck's artistic depiction capturing Russia's magnificent victory at Perekop on May 20th, 1736.