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Storming of Izmail
- When
- 22 December 1790
- Where
- Izmail Fortress
- Part of
- Storm of Izmail
Suvorov led the assault on the fortress, previously considered impregnable, after personal training and planning.
Suvorov arrived on 13 December and trained troops on escalade techniques. On 22 December, despite leaked plans, the Russians attacked. Suvorov encouraged Kutuzov during the battle. The fortress was captured, completing the 1790 campaign.
Sources
- Siege of Izmail Wikipedia, revision of 2026-08-25
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