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1560 in Russia

Explore 4 historical events and records for Russia in 1560.

Historical records for Russia in 1560

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August

Battle of Ergeme

Ivan IV · Ergeme · Warfare / Livonian War

Russian forces defeat the Livonian Order at Ergeme

Capture of Fellin

Ivan IV · Fellin · Warfare / Livonian War

Russian forces capture Fellin during the Livonian War

Other events (month unknown)

Livonian Campaign

Ivan IV · Estonia · Warfare / Livonian War

Russian forces continue attacks on the Livonian Confederation

St Basils Cathedral

Ivan IV the Terrible · Moscow · Arts / Architecture

Ivan IV (the Terrible) builds St. Basils Cathedral, Red Square, Moscow; painted onion domes become symbol of Russia, epitome of Russo-Byzantine architecture

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