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Pre-Battle Movements
- When
- 24 June 1659
- Where
- Near Shapovalivka
- Part of
- Battle of Konotop
Vyhovsky's coalition, including Tatar and Polish allies, approached Konotop and defeated a Russian reconnaissance unit.
In early summer 1659, Khan Mehmed IV Giray and a Polish detachment joined Vyhovsky. By 24 June, the coalition defeated a small Russian reconnaissance detachment near Shapovalivka, positioning themselves for the main engagement near the town.
Sources
- Battle of Konotop Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-12
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