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Alexander Nevsky

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This profile of Alexander Nevsky is part of
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Alexander Nevsky was also known as:

Prince of Novgorod and Kiev; Grand Prince of Vladimir; also spelled Aleksandr Nevski and, in Cyrillic, Александр Невский

Alexander Nevsky was noted for:

Stopping the advance of the Swedes and the Teutonic Knights into Russia

Occupations & Roles in Society:

    Military Leader
    Prince
    Saint

Places of Residence and Influence:

    Russia

Important Dates:

    Born: c. 1220
    Victorious in battle on the ice: April 5, 1242
    Died: Nov. 14, 1263

About Alexander Nevsky:

For information about Alexander Nevsky's life and achievements, see your Guide's concise biography.

Alexander Nevsky Resources:

Concise Biography of Alexander Nevsky
Encyclopedia Article about Alexander Nevsky
Alexander Nevsky on the Web

Alexander Nevsky on Film
    Alexander Nevsky
    This significant film by Sergei Eisenstein is just as interesting for its anti-Nazi propaganda as it is for its stunning battle sequence. A marvelous piece of cinema from a great Russian film-maker. Available in VHS and DVD.


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