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Capture of Nyenskans

When
12 May 1703
Where
Site of Nyenskans
Part of
Founding of Saint Petersburg

Peter captured the Swedish fortress of Nyenskans in May 1703, securing the mouth of the River Neva.

On 12 May 1703, during the Great Northern War, Peter captured Nyenskans. This victory provided access to Ingria and allowed Russia to replace the fortress with new fortifications.

Sources

  1. Saint Petersburg Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-28
  2. Great Northern War Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-13

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