Armies of Medieval Russia, 750-1250 (Men-At-Arms Series, 333)
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Book Description
In the centuries following the first expeditions down the great rivers of northern Russia by Viking traders and adventurers, the foundations for a new state were laid. Many influences combined in this colourful culture which grew up first around the great cities of Kiev and Novgorod - Scandinavian, Finnish, Slav, steppe Turkish, Byzantine. By the time of the Mongol invasions of the 12th century the small enclaves of the old pagan Rus', tolerated by the Khazar Khans for their commercial usefulness, had evolved into a Christian nation. Its story is told here in fascinating detail, and illustrated with striking colour reconstructions of the warriors themselves.
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Packed with specially commissioned artwork, maps and diagrams, the Men-at-Arms series is an unrivalled illustrated reference on the history, organisation, uniforms and equipment of the world's military forces, past and present.
Armies of Medieval Russia, 750-1250 (Men-At-Arms Series, 333),David Nicolle,Angus Mcbride,David Nicolle PhD,Osprey Publishing,1855328488,Europe - Russia & the Former Soviet Union,History,History - Military / War,Medieval,Military,Military - General,European history: c 500 to c 1500,History / Military / General,Russia,Warfare & Defence,c 1000 CE to c 1500,c 500 CE to c 1000 CE
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