First Issue of Vedomosti
Peter authorises publication of the first issue of the Vedomosti newspaper.
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1703 in Russia
Explore 10 historical events and records for Russia in 1703.
Historical records for Russia in 1703
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January
May
Capture of Nyenschantz
Peter's forces capture the Swedish fortress of Nyenschantz.
Neva Naval Victory
Peter participates in the capture of two Swedish vessels at the Neva mouth.
Foundation of Saint Petersburg
Peter founds the Peter and Paul Fortress on Hare Island.
June
Peter and Paul Church
Peter lays the foundation of the first wooden Peter and Paul Church.
Saint Petersburg Construction
Menshikov supervises early building and military work around the new fortress.
October
Fortress Consecration
Peter marks the consecration of the new fortress and raises the naval flag.
Other events (month unknown)
1st Newspaper
Peter I the Great edits Russias first newspaper
Capital
Founds the new capital at Saint Petersburg
Connection with Peter Deepens
Catherine became part of Peter the Great's personal household during the early eighteenth century.
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