1700: The Battle of Narva. Epic Battles of History

In 1700, Swedish and Russian forces met near the town of Narva in a battle that marked the opening phase of the Great Northern War and altered the balance of power in northern Europe.1700: The Battle of Narva presents a clear and accessible account of this confrontation, explaining how the campaign developed, why the two sides came to fight, and how the outcome influenced the long struggle between Sweden and Russia for dominance in the Baltic region.
The book places the battle within its political and military setting, outlining the ambitions of the Swedish Empire and the Russian state at the start of the eighteenth century, as well as the challenges faced by early modern armies operating in harsh winter conditions. It also considers the consequences of the battle and why Narva became a reference point in the wider history of the conflict. Written for general readers, this concise guide is suitable for those interested in: the Great Northern War early modern European history major battles of the eighteenth century the rise of Russia as a European power This book offers an introduction to one of the most important early engagements of the Great Northern War and its place in the changing political landscape of northern Europe.