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One of the pivotal events in Moscow's medieval history was the Battle of Kulikovo in 1380. Led by Grand Prince Dmitry Donskoy, the Russian forces defeated the Mongol-Tatar army of the Golden Horde. This victory was significant as it marked the beginning of the decline of Mongol influence over the Russian principalities. The battle also solidified Moscow's position as the leading power in northeastern Rus'. | One of the pivotal events in Moscow's medieval history was the Battle of Kulikovo in 1380. Led by Grand Prince Dmitry Donskoy, the Russian forces defeated the Mongol-Tatar army of the Golden Horde. This victory was significant as it marked the beginning of the decline of Mongol influence over the Russian principalities. The battle also solidified Moscow's position as the leading power in northeastern Rus'. | ||
[[Image:Detail-96025.jpg|thumb|center|View of the Moscow Kremlin, a fortified complex at the heart of Moscow, showing its historic architecture and towers.]] | [[Image:Detail-96025.jpg|thumb|center|View of the Moscow Kremlin, a fortified complex at the heart of Moscow, showing its historic architecture and towers.|class=only_on_mobile]] | ||
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== The Tsardom of Russia == | == The Tsardom of Russia == | ||