Russian-Turkish war of 1787-1791, table aboutwhich is presented in this review, was a natural continuation of the confrontation of these two powers in the second half of the 18th century. In the course of hostilities, our country has achieved significant foreign policy successes and consolidated its status as one of the leading European states.
The inevitability of a new clash became apparent.immediately after the conclusion of a peace treaty in 1774. By its terms, Russia received access to the Black Sea, the Crimea was declared independent of Turkish rule. The Russian-Turkish war of 1787-1791, the table “Causes of Confrontation” on the events of which is presented in this section, arose from the fact that Turkey wanted to take revenge and regain its former positions lost on the eastern front.
Этому также предшествовал ряд событий, которые further strengthened the position of our country in the region. Three years later, the khan, who was under the influence of the Russian leadership, became the Crimean ruler. Five years later, he abandoned the throne and the peninsula was ceded to Russia. In the same year, the Georgian king signed an agreement with our country, under the terms of which Georgia and Russia became allies.
| Participants and interested parties | Territorial disputes | The question of spheres of influence |
| England, Prussia | Concern about the territorial expansion of the borders of the Russian Empire | Anxiety due to the expansion of Russia's influence in the European arena |
| Turkey | The requirement to return the Crimea and Georgia | The requirement to control the Russian courts in the Black Sea |
| Russia, Austria | The desire to consolidate the gains in the previous war with Turkey (Russia) and support an ally (Austria) | The desire to strengthen its position in Europe |
Against the background of these successes on public opinionI was impressed by the journey of Catherine II in Novorossia, which was arranged by Potemkin. She was accompanied by the Austrian emperor, who became her ally. The Russian-Turkish war of 1787-1791, the table of which clearly demonstrates these serious geopolitical changes, was largely due to these events. Turkey presented an ultimatum to the Russian leadership, demanding the return of the Crimea, the inspection of Russian ships that passed through the Dardanelles, as well as the return of its power over Georgia. The request was rejected, which led to the outbreak of hostilities.
Русско-турецкая война 1787-1791, таблица The "Main Events" which clearly demonstrates the success of Russian weapons, began with the defeat of the Turkish troops at Kinburn. Russian troops led by Suvorov, who successfully opposed the attempts of the enemy to seize this fortress. In fact, it was the first major victory, which ended the first year of the campaign. Another significant event of this year was the diplomatic success of our country, which gained the support of the ruler of Austria.
At the same time, General Tekeli organized severalsuccessful raids on the Kuban region. The secondary attempt of the enemy to capture the fortress, which was undertaken in the winter, was also not crowned with success. Then the Turkish command concentrated all its forces on the Danube, preparing for a new attack.
| Years | Main events |
| 1787 | Battle of Kinburn, the victory of Russian troops |
| 1788 | The capture of Russian troops Ochakov |
| 1789 | Victory of the army of Suvorov at Focsani and Rymnik |
| 1790-1791 | The capture of Ishmael by the Russian army; sea victory at Kaliakria |
Russian-Turkish war of 1787-1791, whose tableincludes the main chronology of events, marked by the brilliant victories of the army of Suvorov and Potemkin, which after the siege and storming of the fortress of Ochakov took it, which was a serious blow to the Turkish military leadership, who was then forced to postpone plans to attack Bender. At the same time, Austrian troops under the command of Lassi joined the military campaign, but his tactics of dispersing military forces subsequently led to serious setbacks. Rumyantsev, however, commanded the detachments in Podolia, but here it never came to clashes.
Russian-Turkish war of 1787-1791, whose tableIt is dedicated to the main hostilities, marked by the greatest victories of domestic weapons, which glorified the commanders and leaders of operations. The next year began with the fact that Potemkin moved the main forces to Bender. The Turkish troops, in turn, tried to hinder this advancement, but Suvorov defeated the enemy at Focsani. Then the vizier again went on the offensive, deciding to take advantage of the weakening of Russia's positions in Moldova. Turning over the Danube, he collided with the troops of Suvorov and the Prince of Coburg, who again defeated the Turkish troops. The Russian-Turkish war of 1787-1791, the table "Allies" in particular, shows that the Austrian troops provided support against the Turks.
Этими крупными успехами закончился второй год of war. The victories of the Russian army seriously alarmed the Prussian, British government, which strongly pushed Porto to continue the war. In addition, in the same year, Austrian troops occupied Bucharest and Belgrade, which greatly weakened the Turkish position.
| Generals | Participation |
| Suvorov | He took a number of fortresses, won victories at Rymnik, Focsani |
| Potemkin | Commanded the Russian army in Moldova, took a number of fortresses |
| Ushakov | He won a victory at sea (the most famous is at Kaliakria) |
| Prince of Coburg | Provided support to Russian troops |
Русско-турецкая война 1787-1791, таблица The “commanders” of which shows the basic composition of the command, in the above-mentioned year, entered its climax. This year began as a setback for the Austrians, who were defeated by the Turks, which led to the emperor agreeing to peace talks and actually out of the war. Russian-Turkish war of 1787-1791, the table "Allies of Russia" shows the balance of power between the warring parties. But Catherine II did not take part in the peace negotiations, and the Russian troops continued fighting.
| Member States | Russia | Turkey |
| Allies | Austria | England, Prussia |
The Turks tried to invade the Crimea, but there weretwice repulsed by the Russian fleet under the command of F.F. Ushakov. At the same time Potemkin went on the offensive and captured a number of enemy targets, but the fortress of Izmail held out. Leadership by storm took Suvorov. He prepared for him very carefully, conducting exercises at night: the soldiers under his leadership stormed the improvised fortifications, reminiscent of enemy installations. He sent his famous ultimatum to the Turks and, after refusal, led the troops into a decisive offensive. One of the columns was commanded by Kutuzov. The fortress was taken, which, in essence, meant a turning point in the war. Successfully marched and fighting at sea, the most significant victories were the battles of Fidonisi and Kaliakria.
The war ended next year with the signingThe peace of Yassy, in which Russia retained all the acquisitions, however, such territories as Wallachia, Moldavia and Bessarabia had to be ceded to Turkey. This war strengthened the international prestige of the Russian Empire, and also consolidated its position on the Black Sea, which was especially important for the development of the country's fleet and its international prestige.
