The Battle of Narva: King Charles XII and the Swedish Empire's Triumph

The transcript details the events leading up to and including the Battle of Narva in 1700, a significant early conflict in the Great Northern War. The Swedish army, led by King Charles XII, faced a larger Russian force commanded by Tsar Peter the Great. Despite being outnumbered and facing harsh conditions, the Swedish forces executed a successful assault on the Russian positions, leading to a decisive victory. This battle marked the beginning of a prolonged conflict between Sweden and its adversaries, including Russia, Saxony, and Denmark-Norway.

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