Medieval Russian Fortresses AD 862-1480

Konstantin S Nossov, Konstantin Nossov, Peter Dennis (Illustrator)

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English

Osprey
20 May 2012

Castles & fortifications; History; European history; Early history: c 500 to c 1450&1500; Military history; Warfare & defence

Series: Fortress

According to Russian legend, in the year AD 862 the Slav tribes of what is now European Russia invited a number of Scandinavian princes to rule over them. However, on the death of these princes, Prince Oleg seized Kiev and united the Northern and Southern Russian territories, building extensive fortifications to protect its borders. The rise of feudalism in the 11th century lead to the development of individual fortified sites and the extended border defenses fell into disrepair. Consequently, Mongol hordes poured over the border introducing the siege warfare techniques of the East, heavily influencing the fortification styles thereafter. Using a wealth of archeological evidence and first-hand sources, Konstantin Nossov charts the history of the medieval Russian fortress from its early beginnings until the 14th century, paying special attention to the development of one of the most iconic fortifications in the world: the Kremlin.

By: Konstantin S Nossov, Konstantin Nossov
Illustrated by: Peter Dennis (Illustrator)
Imprint: Osprey
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Volume: No. 61
Dimensions: Height: 248mm, Width: 184mm, Spine: 7mm
Weight: 242g
ISBN: 9781846030932
ISBN 10: 1846030935
Series: Fortress
Pages: 96
Publication Date: 20 May 2012
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Reviews for Medieval Russian Fortresses AD 862-1480

The author presents a clear history of the development of fortifications during this period... The drawings are excellent and...the book is a valuable edition to coverage on medieval fortifications. Coastal Defense Journal