1703 in Russia

Events from the year 1703 in Russia

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See also:	History of Russia Timeline of Russian history List of years in Russia

Summary

• The beginning of the Great Northern War: In February, Russian forces led by Peter the Great invaded Sweden, beginning a conflict that would last until 1721.
• The construction of the Peter and Paul Fortress: In May, work began on the fortress in Saint Petersburg, which was intended to defend the city against attacks from the Swedish army. The fortress would go on to become a major landmark and a symbol of the city.
• The foundation of the city of Saint Petersburg: In May, Peter the Great officially founded the city of Saint Petersburg on the banks of the Neva River. The city would become the new capital of Russia and a major cultural and economic hub.
• The Battle of Kalisz: In October, Russian forces fought against the Swedish army at the Battle of Kalisz in Poland. The battle ended in a decisive victory for the Russian army.

Incumbents

• Monarch – Peter I

Events

• Kronstadt
• Peter and Paul Fortress
• Sankt-Peterburgskie Vedomosti
• Saint Petersburg
• Great Northern War
• The Battle of Kalisz

Births

• March 5 - Vasily Trediakovsky
• December 24 - Aleksei Chirikov

References

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