Münnich's Campaign in Moldavia(1737)
Background
Russia entered its third war with the Ottoman Empire in 20 years. Münnich was ordered to march through Moldavia toward the Ottoman Black Sea fortresses.
Campaign: Russo-Turkish War 1735–1739
Forces Engaged
The Battle
Münnich led a large Russian army through Moldavia toward Ochakov, engaging Ottoman-Tatar forces in several clashes. Russian forces temporarily occupied parts of Moldavia during the campaign, but did not retain the territory.
Casualties & Outcome
Approximately 2,000 Russian casualties, 3,000 Ottoman-Tatar casualties in dispersed clashes
Russia achieved victory over Ottoman Empire / Crimean Khanate.
Moldavia suffered significant destruction; Russia failed to retain territorial gains; the peace of 1739 restored the status quo.
Significance & Legacy
Demonstrated Russia's capacity to project power deep into Moldavia; Ottoman-Tatar raids devastated the Moldavian countryside; contributed to the demographic decline that haunted the Principalities throughout the eighteenth century.
Frequently Asked Questions
- When was the Münnich's Campaign in Moldavia?
- The Münnich's Campaign in Moldavia took place in 1737. Summer–Autumn 1737.
- Who won the Münnich's Campaign in Moldavia?
- The Russia were victorious against the Ottoman Empire / Crimean Khanate.
- What was the significance of the Münnich's Campaign in Moldavia?
- Demonstrated Russia's capacity to project power deep into Moldavia; Ottoman-Tatar raids devastated the Moldavian countryside; contributed to the demographic decline that haunted the Principalities throughout the eighteenth century.