Domestic heroic stories

The heads of the book talk about the most important events of the Russian military history who took place over the Millennium: about the campaigns of the Kiev Prince Svyatoslav, about the Mongolian conquests and battles of Alexander Nevsky, about the Kulikovsky battle and the capture of Kazan. Readers will be able to get acquainted with the birth and development of the Zaporozhye Cossacks, remember the greatest events that have changed the course of history: battles near Narva and Poltava, the victory of Rumyantsev over the Turks, hiking Suvorov and Borodino battle. Several chapters are devoted to battles, poorly known to modern readers, but who provided the courage and high military spirit of Russian warriors: Protection of the Trinity-Sergius Monastery from Poles in the XVII century, the Aslandus victory and the capture of Lankaran in 1812, battle under Kürüc Dara in 1854, Blocade Karsa in 1855 and a hike in Khiva Russian troops in 1873. Vividly represented images of the commander and folk heroes will cause deep empathy in readers, the genuine patriotic feelings will break. This book will be interested in schoolchildren who are fond of military history of Russia and other countries, teachers and parents. Rich actual and illustrative material will help to prepare for the lessons of history from 5 to 11 classes