Alexander Nevsky: Biography, Facts and Career
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Quick facts about Alexander Nevsky
- Full name: Alexander Nevsky
- Born: 1220-05-20
- Nationality: Grand Principality of Vladimir
- Known as: Royal
- Wikidata ID: Q174044
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Who is Alexander Nevsky?
Alexander Yaroslavich Nevsky (Russian: Александр Ярославич Невский; IPA: [ɐlʲɪˈksandr jɪrɐˈsɫavʲɪtɕ ˈnʲɛfskʲɪj] ; monastic name: Aleksiy; 13 May 1221 – 14 November 1263) was Prince of Novgorod (1236–1240; 1241–1256; 1258–1259) and Grand Prince of Vladimir (1252–1263). A grandson of Vsevolod the Big Nest, Nevsky rose to legendary status after victories over Swedish invaders in the Battle of the Neva (1240), which earned him the title "Nevsky" in the 15th century, and over German crusaders in the Battle on the Ice (1242).
What nationality is Alexander Nevsky?
Alexander Nevsky is Grand Principality of Vladimir.
When was Alexander Nevsky born?
Alexander Nevsky was born on 1220-05-20.
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