Battle of Suzdal

The Battle of Suzdal or the Battle of the Kamenka River was fought of July 7, 1445 between Russians under Vasily II and Tatars troops of Olug Moxammad, invaded the principality of Nizhny Novgorod. Russians were defeated by troops of beg Maxmud, who became Maxmud of Kazan some after the battle. Vasily was taken prisoner and was set free only after the enormous ransom was paid. He also promised restitution of the lands of Mishar Yurt, that were bought from Tokhtamysh in 1343. Qasim Khanate was founded there to became a buffer state and the vassal of Muscovy later.

Battle of Suzdal
Part of Russo-Kazan Wars
DateJuly 7, 1445
LocationSuzdal, Muscovy
Result Decisive Tatar victory
Belligerents
Khanate of Kazan Muscovy
Commanders and leaders
Maxmud Vasily II (POW)

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Coordinates: 56°26′N 40°26′E / 56.433°N 40.433°E