In 2030, Russia will widely commemorate one of the most important events in the history of medieval Rus': the 650th anniversary of the Battle of Kulikovo. 21 September, the date of the victory of Russian regiments led by Grand Prince Dmitry Donskoy over the Mongol-Tatar forces, is a day of military glory for Russia, established by the Federal Law of the Russian Federation "On Days of Military Glory and Memorable Dates in Russia."
A book exhibition organized at the SPbGASU Scientific and Technical Library showcases documentary sources covering key moments of this battle. The exhibit is divided into several important historical sections.
The section "Prince Dmitry Donskoy and Sergius of Radonezh" presents publications about the life of the Grand Princew and his visit to the Trinity Monastery, where St. Sergius blessed the ruler for the battle with Mamai and predicted victory for the Russian army.
"The Feat of Peresvet and Oslyabya" presents manuscript sources from various periods that carefully preserve the memory of the brave monks sent by Sergius of Radonezh to aid the prince. Peresvet's legendary duel with the Tatar hero Chelubey before the decisive battle became a symbol of courage, sacrifice, and spiritual strength, leaving a deep imprint on all forms of art—prose, poetry, and painting.
The section "The Course of the Battle and Heroes" is dedicated to scientific and artistic publications that reconstruct in detail the tactics of Russian regiments, the maneuvers of the ambush regiment, and the key stages of the Battle of Kulikovo Field.
The monumental events of those days are widely reflected in art. Albums containing the creative works of architects and artists vividly capture the distant heroic times of our Fatherland. The exhibition is enhanced by publications dedicated to the designs of new memorial sites and the Kulikovo Field Museum Complex—unique structures that combine historical memory, spiritual traditions, and modern museum technology.
We encourage those interested to visit the exhibition (room 217).
The exhibition runs until 25 September.
