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Suvorov, Aleksandr Vasilyevich (24/11/1730 – 05/18/1800). His father, General-in-chief Vasily Suvorov, a godson of Peter I. Alexander's mother, Evdokia Fedosevna Manukova, died early, when Suvorov not yet turned, and 15 years. Care and education, Alexander has received at home, studying the necessary items and foreign languages. Alexander studied very diligently and dreamed of a military career. The father, in connection with health Alexander, decided to send his son to the civil service. However, that would be only a military and persistently develop the strength and endurance, all-weather riding involved. Father was forced to change its decision and record of Alexander Semenov regiment as a private. At the age of fifteen Suvorov entered the regiment as an ordinary soldier, and like everyone else, went to the guard, stood on guard. In his spare time, Suvorov continued to expand their knowledge, tried to read a lot. In 1747 Alexander became a corporal, with 1749 non-commissioned officer in 1751 Sgt. In 1754 he was made an officer. His first military experience Suvorov received during the Seven Years' War, where he participated in a raid on Berlin in the detachment Chernysheva. Alexander soon showed himself as an excellent combat officer. When a detachment of General Berg was created, then he asked him to send Colonel Suvorov. With the end of the war Alexander returned to the capital, as a great military leader. In 1763, Suvorov Suzdal became the commander of an infantry regiment. In 1768 came the first Polish war, and Brigadier Suvorov took active part in it. His ability to quickly assess the position of the enemy and take his weakest parties in order to then rapidly attack in the right direction, always brought to Alexander Suvorov victory. For him began to pay attention in European armies. The Polish war was over, its success was largely associated with the name of Suvorov. During the war he was awarded the first degree of Anne, George the third degree, and Alexander Nevsky. Alexander Suvorov was awarded the rank of major general. In 1773, Suvorov was sent to the army Rumyantsev, operating against the Turks. Barely a week after his arrival Suvorov took part in the hostilities. With a small detachment, he crossed the Danube and took a well-fortified city Turtukay. Catherine II was awarded the Order of Suvorov St. George the second degree. Despite the concussion and illness, Aleksandr Suvorov won a landslide victory over the Turks under Girsova, defeating ten thousandth of enemy troops. Suvorov was promoted to lieutenant-general. Suvorov also distinguished by Kozludzhey, when the eight thousand forty thousand soldiers attacked the vanguard of the Turkish army. July 10 in the village of Kuchuk Kaynardzha peace treaty was signed, under which Russia received Kabardia, Kinburn, Crimean fortress. First Turkish War brought Suvorov fame famous fighting general, the beloved soldiers. The general was awarded the gold and diamonds sword and the Order of St. George the second degree. Soon after Alexander Suvorov would marry Princess Prozorovsky. However, the marriage was not successful in the future they parted. Soon Suvorov is assigned to subdue the revolt of Pugachev, with whom the general coped successfully. In 1778, Alexander headed the Russian troops stationed in the Crimea. Under his leadership, carried out the resettlement of residents in the Khanate of Greeks and Armenians in Ekaterinoslav province. Active work Suvorov largely contributed to the Crimea to Russia. For all his hard work Alexander was awarded a diamond star and the Order of St. Volodymyr first degree. Next on the orders of the Empress, he inspected the shores of the Caspian Sea, in 1782, he commanded a division of Kazan and the 5 th Corps, located on the Kuban. In 1786 Suvorov was awarded the rank of commander in chief. In the summer of 1787g. Turkey, declared war on Russia. The primary purpose of this war were to seize the Crimea. Success in this war, according to Turkey, had sposbstvovat fleet with a strong assault force, as well as the garrison in Ochakov. October 1, Turkish troops landed on the Kinburn Spit. Protection of Kinburn was entrusted to Suvorov. His detachment is much inferior in strength to the enemy, however, managed to give battle to the enemy and to attack. Suvorov pinpoint the moment for a decisive blow and putting into action a reserve of infantry and cavalry. Catherine II was awarded the Order of Suvorov, of St. Andrew, the highest Russian order.The Turks will soon tried to plant a new landing, but were again defeated. Suvorov was again visited in Kinburn, took an active part in the capture of Ochakov, for which he received from the Empress to reward a diamond stylus on the hat. In 1788, on the side of Russia against Turkey was made by Austria. In the summer of Potemkin sent troops to Bender, He was pretending to himself all the forces of the Russian army. In Moldova, there remained only Austrian corps Prince of Coburg, and the Division of Suvorov. Learning about the movement of Potemkin, Turkey has decided to split the Allied forces in Moldova. Against the Austrians moved the superior forces of Osman Pasha. Prince Frederick Joseph Coburg asked Suvorov assistance. That rapid march brought his troops to Focşani and joined with the Austrians. July 21 allies suddenly attacked and defeated the army of Osman Pasha. Soon Vizier Yusuf moved against the allies 100000th army and the Prince of Coburg again requested assistance from Suvorov. Do not delay a minute Suvorov joined with the Austrians, having managed to march-roll pass for two and a half days through thick mud 85 miles away. After a preliminary exploration, Suvorov saw weaknesses of the enemy. His troops were scattered in three camps, and forests and ravines made it difficult to move troops from camp to camp. Suvorov, it was decided to beat the Turks in parts. The Allies withdrew from his camp in the evening and quietly crossed Rymnu, zastignuv Turks by surprise. The battle began at 8 o'clock rush Fanagory grenadier, who captured the camp at Tirgu Cuculi. The Vizier cast on allies 45000th cavalry, but the attack was successfully repulsed. Repeated attacks of Turks were also recorded, and soon the whole cavalry of the Turks was dispersed. At three o'clock the Allies came to the main camp, in which there are 15-strong force. Suvorov, said that the Turkish building is not completed, and decided to attack the infantry and cavalry. In the ranks of the Turks and they panic, leaving the building, and fled. Vizier's army was routed. Suvorov for this feat he was awarded the Order of St. George first degree and the title of Count Rymnik. In 1790, Potemkin planned to take a number of Turkish fortresses on the Danube, including Ishmael, who was considered one of the most nerpistupnyh. Besieging the Russian generals fought unsuccessfully and decided to lift the siege of the fortress. Then Potemkin Suvorov instructed to lead the troops besieging Ishmael and of deciding the feasibility of the assault. Suvorov agreed and began to prepare for surgery. The assault began on Dec. 11, 1790 in the early morning. Inaccessible Ismail fell just a few hours. The Turks came to the consternation, Europe was struck by such a fleeting outcome. Soon after war broke out again with Poland, it was slow and little success for the Russian troops. Suvorov, who this time avoided the appointment of, and ridiculed the action command. In 1794 Catherine II sent him against the rebels. With a small detachment Suvorov made dash from the Dniester to the Bug, breaking the 560 miles in just 20 days. September 5, 1794 Suvorov defeat at Krupchitsami Corps Sierakowski, throwing him to Brest. September 7 Suvorov crossed the Bug and the next day rush completely crushed the hull of the enemy, almost twice the number of Russian troops. However, the center of resistance to the rebel stronghold was the Prague suburb of Warsaw. It contained most of the rebel forces. Assault on the fortress began on the night of 23 to 24 October and at 9 o'clock in the morning, Prague was
already taken. The battle was brutal, the Poles defended their lives, the Russian took vengeance on them for their countrymen killed by insurgents in Warsaw. Suvorov saw Russian soldiers persecuted Poles, fleeing across the bridge over the Vistula. Warsaw threatened the utter defeat, so Suvorov ordered to burn the bridge. This Polish capital was saved from the fire and destruction. October 29, 1794 Polish war was completed. Empress Catherine II issued Suvorov feldmarshalsky rod, diamond bow to his hat, and gave him an estate in 7000 souls. Suvorov received awards also from the Austrian Emperor and King of Prussia. 24 nyabrya 1794 the magistrate of the city of Warsaw, presented Suvorov gold snuffbox with the laurels of diamonds. On the cover was an inscription: "Warsaw my savior." November 6, 1796 dies Catherine II. The arrival of the reign of Paul I has led to the disgrace of many pets Empress. February 6, 1797 Suvorov was dismissed from service. However, this time in Europe there is a new anti-French coalition that included Russia and.Austria and Britain demanded that the federal voyskavozglavil Suvorov. Therefore, Paul was appointed Chief of Army Field Marshal, acting this time in Italy. April 4, 1799 Suvorov arrived in Vicenza and four days later moved troops to the Army Moreau. Suvorov's plan was to break apart the French army and capture northern Italy. May 5, 1799 Suvorov sent troops to Turin, the capital of Piedmont and the main node communications in northern Italy. This was followed Trebbia, then was taken Mantua. Emperor Paul awarded the title of commander Prince of Italy. The King of Sardinia, which Suvorov returned thus throne, rewarded him with the rank of Field Marshal Sardinian troops, as well as the title of Hereditary Prince and his brother Royal. 28 August Suvorov's army withdrew from Alessandria, and on September 4 was already at the foot of the Alps, in the tavern. Suvorov, and its troops were to move in the autumn the highest peaks of the Alps, while fighting with the superior strength of French forces, which are known to have taken lucrative positions. Moreover, Russian soldiers were terribly tired, hungry and oborvanymi. September 16 troops commit hardest twelve crossing Roshtoksky pass. The situation of the Russian troops before the battle seemed almost hopeless. Food was running out, many were torn shoes. Three days were Russian troops battle, but eventually managed to overcome the 15,000 soldiers of the French Republic. 19 October Suvorov led his army in Bavaria. For this heroic Suvorov was awarded the title of Generalissimo. Soon, however, Suvorov ill and 18 May, 1800 he passed away. Since then has been more than two hundred years, but until now the name of Generalissimo Suvorov, a hero and military genius, constituting the honor and glory of the country, say in Russia, with full respect and love.