Its capital was the city of Moscow. Originally established as an appanage principality in the 13th century, the grand principality was transformed into a centralized Russian state in the late 15th century. [10]

Jan 17, 2026 · Grand Principality of Moscow, medieval principality that, under the leadership of a branch of the Rurik dynasty, was transformed from a small settlement in the Rostov-Suzdal principality into …

Oct 16, 2024 · While Russia lays claim to the legacy of the medieval state of Kievan Rus’, from which it gets its name, modern Russia was created by the principality of Muscovy in the 15th and 16th centuries.

The Dukes of Muscovy were strengthened when the Orthodox Church moved to Moscow from Vladimir in the 1320. In time they became regarded as the leaders of Russia and later still became the …

May 18, 2018 · MUSCOVY The Russian realm that centered around Moscow [1] until approximately 1713 to 1721 is known as Muscovy. Historians differ about when to set its beginning. Moscow is first …

May 21, 2025 · From Avvakum’s fiery defiance to the gilded enigmas of the Terem Palace, 17th-century Muscovy remains Russia’s contested wellspring—a realm where sacred forms and earthly power …

Oct 16, 2025 · What are Muscovy Ducks? Have you been hearing about muscovy ducks, and you’re wondering what sets these fowl apart from other types of ducks? These odd-looking birds are some …

Muscovy drew people and wealth to the northeastern periphery of Kievan Rus'; established trade links to the Baltic Sea, the White Sea, and the Caspian Sea and to Siberia; and created a highly centralized …

‘The Formation of the Muscovite state’ charts the history of Muscovy from the late 15th century to the early 19th century. Muscovy enlisted the aid of Cossacks to defend the long and vulnerable southern …

Feb 13, 2024 · In this breed spotlight, we’re discussing a dual-purpose homesteader’s favorite: the Muscovy. While most duck breeds can trace their ancestry back to mallards, Muscovy ducks are …