centuries forged the glory of Russian weapons.The valor of the Russian people at all times in respect of the part of the most powerful world powers.Even sworn enemies could not hide his admiration sometimes resistance and force Russian.Much of the credit belongs to the Russian military achievements of its great military commanders.Forever in world history written by such famous generals, Alexander Nevsky, Mikhail Kutuzov, Georgy Zhukov.In this article, we will focus on another outstanding personality - Alexander Suvorov.
contribution to military science
Suvorov was a great military thinker of his time.He is well versed in the history of the development of strategy and tactics of warfare.In addition, he brings to the military science a lot.His literary works have seriously affected the views and principles professed Russian military leaders of the 18th century.Methods of conducting armed confrontation developed Suvorov, far ahead of its time.They observed the rejection of the classical linear tactics and defense cordon.Emphasis was placed on the active attack of the troops at the maximum concentration of forces in the main areas.Interesting were the views of Suvorov and the education of soldiers.The most negative qualities for the military man he believed the fear of responsibility, lack of initiative and a formal attitude.A soldier does not have to carry out the order without knowing the nature and purposes of their actions.Suvorov demanded a full understanding of the tasks assigned to the army and the personal involvement of each soldier in their implementation.The slave can not follow the order of operations, certain commands.It allows you to take initiative when it was directed to perform official duties.Such an approach is contrary to the principle, which held the famous military leaders of Europe.The European armies valued strict adherence to orders.Military Doctrine Europeans clearly characterize the statements of King of Prussia Frederick the Great.He believed that all military personnel - from officers to the ordinary soldier - under no circumstances should not speculate.
Taking of Izmail
At that time, an impregnable fortress of Izmail was considered an obstacle to any army.Steep stone walls defended selective well armed Turkish troops.Storming the fortress entered into all the history books, he was admired by many famous military leaders of different countries.At the siege of Ismail it was destroyed 26 thousand soldiers of the Turkish army.9000 captured.Russian got huge reserves of food, 265 guns, 3000 barrels of gunpowder, 10 thousand heads of horses.Suvorov's army lost 4000 killed and 6000 wounded.The Russian Empire had a strategic outlet to the Balkans.
Crossing the Alps
end of the 18th century was marked by the coming to power in France, the new leader, a talented military leader, ambitious dictator - Napoleon I Bonaparte.Notable commanders of that time were inclined to think that the head of a united army against the French, Suvorov was due to speak.And so it happened.In 1799, under the command of Suvorov was liberated northern Italy.However, the most epic event that shook his contemporaries, was the transition of the Russian army over the Alps.Not having enough experience fighting in mountainous terrain, while under constant attack enemy soldiers Suvorov made a real feat.Descending into the valley Mutenskuyu, the Russian army was threatened with encirclement.However, the exhausted soldiers went on the offensive and inflicted a crushing defeat to the French, drawing the enemy to flight.Do not suffered a single defeat of his career, Suvorov rightfully entered the literary works of his contemporaries as the most famous Russian commander.Russia and the whole world was presented invaluable science of life - "Science of Victory!"
