Russian commanders. Gift book bound in leather.

The Russian state was created in a constant struggle with external enemies who came from the east and west, north and south. Domestic rulers had to be not only active administrators, dexterous diplomats, but also military leaders who personally led numerous military campaigns and battles. Over time, the art of military leadership turned into a special kind of honorable activity, because representatives of many noble families sought to distinguish themselves in the military field.

We present to the modern reader the fascinating military history of Russia in the faces of those who carried it out. In the biographies of even the most famous generals, the reader will discover many hitherto unknown facts of life and military achievements, and historically reliable illustrative material will allow you to visibly imagine the circumstances in which the heroes of the Russian Empire acted.