Alexander Suvorov

ModernGeneralRussia1729 — 1800

Russian generalissimo who never lost a battle.

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Quick Facts

Born

1729

Died

1800

Country

Russia

Era

Modern

Occupation

General

Score Overview

Military (10%)65

Political (20%)68

Influence (20%)40

Legacy (20%)68

Leadership (15%)49

Strategy (15%)76

Total Score58.6

Alexander Suvorov — Complete Timeline

1787 AD

Battle of KinburnWar◆ Major

Suvorov commanded Russian forces defending the Kinburn Spit against a Turkish amphibious assault. Despite being wounded, he led a counterattack that repelled the Turks, securing the Russian position in the Russo-Turkish War of 1787-1792.

Russo-Turkish WarDefensive VictoryPersonal Leadership

Impact: regional

1790 AD

Storming of IzmailWar

Suvorov led Russian forces in a brutal assault on the Ottoman fortress of Izmail. The capture resulted in the massacre of the garrison and civilians, and broke Ottoman resistance in the region, leading to the Treaty of Jassy.

Russo-Turkish WarSiegeMassacre

Impact: regionaldestructive

1799 AD

Battle of the TrebbiaWar◆ Major

Suvorov commanded Russian and Austrian forces against French General Macdonald's army on the Trebbia River in Italy. Over three days, he defeated the French, forcing them to retreat and securing Russian control of northern Italy.

War of the Second CoalitionItalian CampaignDecisive Victory

Impact: regional

Swiss CampaignWar◆ Major

Suvorov led Russian forces across the Swiss Alps to link up with Austrian allies, but was forced to retreat through the Panix Pass due to Austrian withdrawal. The campaign ended in failure and heavy losses, but Suvorov was promoted to Generalissimo for his efforts.

War of the Second CoalitionAlpine CrossingRetreat

Impact: regionaltragic