Battle of Lesnaya

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:battle
gptkbp:bfsLayer 4
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Peter_the_Great
gptkbp:aftermath Strengthened Russian position in the war
gptkbp:casualties Russian casualties approximately 5,000
Swedish casualties approximately 10,000
gptkbp:combatants gptkb:Russian_Empire
gptkb:Swedish_Empire
gptkbp:commander gptkb:Tsar_Peter_I
Field Marshal Carl Gustav Rehnskiöld
Showcased leadership of Peter the Great
gptkbp:community_impact Shift in power dynamics in Northern Europe
gptkbp:cultural_impact Inspired literature and art
gptkbp:cultural_references Referenced in Russian folklore
gptkbp:date October 28, 1708
gptkbp:diplomatic_relations Influenced treaties in the region
gptkbp:has_ability Russian forces approximately 30,000
Swedish forces approximately 20,000
gptkbp:historical_analysis Studied in military history courses
gptkbp:historical_context Varied perspectives on the battle's importance
Part of the larger conflict between Russia and Sweden
gptkbp:historical_documentation Archival records
gptkbp:historical_figure gptkb:Charles_XII_of_Sweden
gptkb:Peter_the_Great
gptkbp:historical_significance Studied in military academies
Marked the rise of Russia as a major power
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Battle of Lesnaya
gptkbp:is_a_resource_for Books and documentaries available
gptkbp:is_celebrated_in Memorials in Russia
Anniversaries celebrated in Russia
gptkbp:legacy Influenced future Russian military tactics
Enduring legacy in Russian history
gptkbp:location Lesnaya, Russia
gptkbp:military_strategy Cavalry charges
Use of artillery
gptkbp:military_technology Introduction of new military strategies
gptkbp:mood Boosted Russian morale
gptkbp:narrative_style Various interpretations exist
gptkbp:notable_allies Formation of alliances against Sweden
gptkbp:notable_battle gptkb:Battle_of_Narva
gptkb:Battle_of_Poltava
Part of Russian military history
gptkbp:outcome Swedish retreat
gptkbp:part_of gptkb:Great_Northern_War
gptkbp:primary_source Military reports
Contemporary accounts
gptkbp:result Russian victory
gptkbp:significance Decisive battle in the Great Northern War
gptkbp:strategic_importance Lessons learned for future conflicts
Forced Sweden to reconsider its military approach
gptkbp:tactics Flanking maneuver by Russian forces
gptkbp:tourist_attraction Sites related to the battle are visited by tourists