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The Battle of Poltava on 27 June 1709, 1715. Artist: Zubov, Alexei Fyodorovich (1682-after 1750)
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The Battle of Poltava on 27 June 1709, 1715. Artist: Zubov, Alexei Fyodorovich (1682-after 1750)
The Battle of Poltava on 27 June 1709, 1715. Found in the collection of State Hermitage, St. Petersburg
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Action Alexei Fyodorovich 1682 After 1750 Battle Of Poltava Cavalry Charles Xii Charles Xii Of Sweden Fight Great Northern War Infantry Peter Alexeyevich Peter I Peter I Alexeyevich Poltava Russian Army Russian Art Of 18th Cen Russian Swedish War Russian Troops Russian Victory Schwedish Army State Hermitage Tsar Peter I War Atrocities War Dead War Victum Zubov Copper Engraving
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The Battle of Poltava - A Fierce Clash of Empires
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. This print captures the intensity and chaos of the historic Battle of Poltava, which took place on 27 June 1709. Painted by the talented artist Alexei Fyodorovich Zubov in 1715, this masterpiece now resides in the esteemed collection of State Hermitage in St. Petersburg. The image showcases a pivotal moment during the Great Northern War between Sweden and Russia. Horses gallop with thunderous force as warriors engage in a desperate struggle for victory. The Russian army, led by Tsar Peter I, clashes fiercely against Charles XII's Swedish forces. Zubov's intricate copper engraving vividly portrays both infantry and cavalry units locked in combat amidst a backdrop of smoke and destruction. It serves as a haunting reminder of the atrocities that war inflicts upon its victims. The battle ultimately resulted in a resounding triumph for Russia, marking a turning point in their favor during this brutal conflict. The Swedish army suffered heavy losses while Peter I solidified his reputation as an influential military leader. As we gaze upon this fine art piece, we are transported back to that fateful day when history was written with bloodshed on these very grounds at Poltava. Zubov's remarkable talent immortalizes this significant event within Russian art from the 18th century, ensuring that future generations can bear witness to its enduring impact on world history.
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