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1472 in Russia

Explore 2 historical events and records for Russia in 1472.

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Historical records for Russia in 1472

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Marriage

Ivan III the Great · Moscow · House / House of Grand Princes of Moscow

Marries Sophia, niece of the last Byzantine Emperor

Reform of Orthodox Church

Ivan III the Great · Moscow · Religion / Russian Orthodox Church

Establishes Russian protectors of Orthodox Christianity

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