num_pages: 48
description: After disastrous defeats at the hands of the Mongols in the 13th century, the Russian principalities became vassals of the Khans of the Golden Horde for more than 200 years; and at the same time the western princes faced the German crusaders of the Teutonic Order. Remarkably, Russia responded with a new surge of military vigour. Eventually, freedom from the 'Mongol yoke' coincided with a degree of unity around a powerful new state - Muscovy. This exciting chapter of history is illustrated with rare early paintings, photos, diagrams, and eight plates reconstructing the mixed influences of East and West in the appearance of Russian warriors.
language: English
title: Medieval Russian Armies 1250–1500
titlecomplete: Medieval Russian Armies 1250–1500 (Osprey Men-at-Arms #367)
genres: Military History, History, Medieval, Russia
ratings_count: 22
series: Osprey Men at Arms
publisher: Osprey Publishing