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1 day ago · Leo Tolstoy at age 20, c. 1848. Tolstoy was born at Yasnaya Polyana, a family estate 12 kilometres (7.5 mi) southwest of Tula, and 200 kilometres (120 mi) south of Moscow. He was the fourth of five children of Count Nikolai Ilyich Tolstoy (1794–1837), a veteran of the Patriotic War of 1812, and Princess Mariya Tolstaya (née Volkonskaya; 1790 ...
4 days ago · The Crimean War (1853-1856) was a conflict between the Russian Empire and an alliance of the Ottoman Empire, France, Britain, and Sardinia. Sevastopol, as the base of the Russian Black Sea Fleet, became a key battleground. The Siege of Sevastopol during the Crimean War lasted for 11 months, from October 1854 to September 1855.
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May 21, 2024 · In this article, we will delve into 30 fascinating facts about Sevastopol, shedding light on its past, present, and unique characteristics. From its iconic landmarks and architectural treasures to its vibrant local culture and traditions, Sevastopol offers a captivating blend of historical significance and modern charm.
3 days ago · Sevastopol ( / ˌsɛvəˈstoʊpəl, səˈvæstəpoʊl / ), [a] sometimes written Sebastopol, is the largest city in Crimea and a major port on the Black Sea. Due to its strategic location and the navigability of the city's harbours, Sevastopol has been an important port and naval base throughout its history. Since the city's founding in 1783 it ...
5 days ago · Ukraine's military said last weekend that it had struck a Russian minesweeper vessel in Sevastopol, but later added a second vessel—Moscow's Tsiklon missile-armed corvette—was hit. Questions ...
5 days ago · He first achieved literary acclaim in his twenties with his semi-autobiographical trilogy, Childhood, Boyhood, and Youth (1852–1856), and Sevastopol Sketches (1855), based upon his experiences in the Crimean War.
4 days ago · Facing Ukrainian military pressure, Russia relocates two remaining Tarantul-III missile corvettes of the Black Sea Fleet from Sevastopol. Russian Black Sea Fleet’s Tarantul-III-class corvettes leaving occupied Sevastopol escorted by speedboats on 27 May 2024. Photo: Telegram/Krymsky Veter.
