Episode 2 of 3
Establishment of Orthodox Protectorate
- When
- 21 July 1774
- Where
- Ottoman Empire
- Part of
- Treaty of Küçük Kaynarca
The treaty granted Russia the right to protect Orthodox Christians in the Ottoman Empire, a significant diplomatic shift.
Russia gained official status as protector of Orthodox Christians within the Ottoman Empire. This provision allowed Russia to claim responsibility for the fate of these subjects, opening the door for future political intervention and expansion in the region.
Sources
- Russo-Turkish War (1768–1774) Wikipedia, revision of 2026-08-25
- Treaty of Küçük Kaynarca Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-16
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