Some aspects of the Archipelago Expedition of the Russian Navy during the Russian- Turkish war of 1768–1774
https://doi.org/10.18384/2949-5164-2025-2-91-98
Abstract
Aim. To analyze the Russian Navy’s poorly studied or still unexplored important aspects of the socalled Archipelago expedition during the Russo-Turkish War of 1768–1774, its role and significance in solving the problem of strengthening Russia on the northern coast of the Black Sea in the second half of the XVIII century.
Methodology. To study the problem and achieve the scientific goal, a systematic approach was used, which made it possible to conduct a comprehensive and objective analysis of the problem posed by the author of the article.
Results. The main controversial issues related to the organization, course and consequences of the Archipelago Expedition during the Russian-Turkish War of 1768–1774 are considered and analyzed.
Russian Navy’s Archipelago Expedition has proved to have played one of the most important roles in the Russo-Turkish war, hastening its end and largely ensuring the victory of Russian weapons.
Research implications. The research results presented in this article can be used to prepare a course of lectures on political, military and foreign policy history of Russia in the XVIII century.
About the Author
N. M. Milovskiy
Federal State University of Education
Russian Federation
Russian Federation
Nikolai M. Milovskiy – Cand. Sci. (History), Senior Specialist, Methodological Support Department of the Center for Military-Patriotic Education "Vershina"
ul. Radio 10a, Moscow 105005
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