The great commander and the first in the world who managed to win all the battles was Alexander Vasilyevich Suvorov. Interesting facts from the life of Suvorov will help everyone learn more about this outstanding personality, about his exploits and plans. Suvorov was distinguished by his extraordinary intelligence, which helped him become one of the best military leaders in the world. Next, we will take a closer look at interesting facts about Suvorov.
1. Alexander was born into a military family in Moscow on November 24, 1730.
2. He is considered one of the founders of the art of war in Russia.
3. Suvorov began his military career as an ordinary private in the regiment of Elizabeth.
4. The tsarina favorably treated the ordinary private and even gave him a silver ruble for impeccable service.
5. As a child, Alexander was often ill.
6. At a young age, Suvorov began to take an interest in military affairs, and this is what prompted him to become a talented military leader.
7. On the recommendations of Pushkin's great-grandfather, the young man enters the Semyonovsky regiment.
8. At the age of 25, Alexander received the rank of officer.
9. In 1770, Suvorov earned the rank of general.
10. Catherine II gives Alexander the title of Field Marshal.
11. The commander receives the title of Generalissimo in 1799.
12. In the history of Russia, Suvorov is the fourth generalissimo.
13. Alexander jumped over chairs after receiving the rank of field marshal.
14. The commander was able to take out about three thousand French soldiers from the Alps.
15. A monument to the great commander was erected in the Alps.
16. Alexander was against the new military uniform introduced by Paul I.
17. In 1797 the general was dismissed.
18. After retirement, Alexander wanted to become a monk.
19. Paul I brought Suvorov back to the service.
20. Alexander began and ended his day with prayer.
21. Suvorov went to every church that was on his way.
22. Suvorov began each battle with a prayer.
23. Alexander was always interested in the poor and the wounded.
24. In the house of the general lived several wounded soldiers who needed his help.
25. Alexander always wore a white shirt for every fight.
26. Suvorov was a talisman for the soldiers who believed in him.
27. Suvorov won every battle.
28. The Austrian emperor presented Suvorov with several gold awards.
29. Monuments in honor of A.V. Suvorov.
30. "Here lies Suvorov" - three words that the commander asked to write on his tombstone.
31. Fifty years after Suvorov's death, three words were written on his grave, which he asked for.
32. Suvorov received seven titles in his entire life.
33. The author of the first military dictionary was Suvorov's father.
34. The great commander was named after Alexander Nevsky.
35. Suvorov was very worried about the soldiers and shared with them all the hardships of military life.
36. The main factor of victory for Suvorov was a man.
37. Alexander studied language and literacy at home.
38. Little Alexander loved to read a lot.
39. Young Suvorov spent all the money he earned on new books.
40. Suvorov led an ascetic lifestyle.
41. Alexander loved to ride a horse in any weather.
42. Every morning young Suvorov ran in the garden and poured cold water on him.
43. During the morning jogging, the commander learned foreign words.
44. Suvorov had high moral qualities.
45. Alexander was condescending to cowards and never brought them to justice.
46. Suvorov forbade children to work.
47. In his estates, the commander kept fugitive peasants.
48. Suvorov taught peasants to be attentive to their children.
49. Alexander condemned extramarital affairs.
50. At 44, Suvorov decided to marry just for the sake of his parents.
51. Alexander considered women an obstacle in military affairs.
52. Suvorov constantly taught his soldiers in peacetime.
53. Alexander conducted training in the regiment around the clock and even at night.
54. Suvorov was characterized by a sharp mind and fearlessness.
55. The Turks were very afraid of Suvorov, his name terrified them.
56. Catherine II presented the commander with a gold snuffbox with diamonds.
57. The commander received the rank of field marshal out of turn. An exception was made for him.
58. Varvara Prozorovskaya was Suvorov's wife.
59. The Generalissimo's father forced him to marry.
60. Suvorov's bride was from a poor family, she was 23 years old.
61. The marriage allowed Suvorov to become related to Rumyantsev.
62. Natalia is the only daughter of Suvorov.
63. The wife always accompanied the commander on all his campaigns.
64. Varvara cheated on her husband with Major Nikolai Suvorov.
65. Because of adultery, Suvorov broke up with Varvara.
66. A. Potemkin tried to reconcile Suvorov with his wife.
67. Suvorov's daughter studied at the Institute for Noble Maidens.
68. Catherine II presented the commander with a diamond star.
69. After the divorce, Suvorov still found the strength to restore the marriage.
70. Suvorov defended the honor of his wife in every way, despite her betrayal.
71. After the second betrayal of his wife, Suvorov leaves her.
72. After the divorce, Suvorov's son Arkady is born.
73. Barbara after the death of the commander goes to the monastery.
74. After the second betrayal of his wife, Suvorov practically does not maintain any ties with her.
75. Suvorov's only wife is buried in the New Jerusalem Monastery.
76. Suvorov taught his soldiers so that they were never afraid to fight.
77. Alexander managed to make the Suzdal regiment exemplary.
78. Suvorov was able to recapture the Crimea for Russia.
79. Alexander rode a Cossack horse and lived among the soldiers.
80. Suvorov managed to open the way to the Balkans for Russia.
81. Alexander considered the policy of Austria treacherous.
82. The great commander believed that England was jealous of Russia's successes.
83. Suvorov dressed quite lightly even in severe frost.
84. The Empress presented the commander with a luxurious fur coat, which he never parted with.
85. Alexander knew how to manage his emotions and never showed them in public.
86. Suvorov led a Spartan lifestyle and did not like luxury.
87. Alexander got up very early every day before sunrise.
88. Suvorov defended the rights of peasants and helped them with money.
89. Military service was the only vocation of the great commander.
90. Suvorov had a difficult character.
91. The mouse was the favorite horse of the great commander.
92. For 2 million lire, the French wanted to buy the head of the Generalissimo.
93. Suvorov often clashed with Paul I.
94. Serfdom was first transferred to Belarus during the time of Suvorov.
95. Suvorov had ten grandchildren.
96. The Generalissimo did not like women and married only on the orders of his father.
97. Suvorov died in peacetime at the hands of the orderly Prokhorov.
98. The soldiers loved and respected the great commander, who inspired them to believe in themselves.
99. Many streets and monuments have been opened in honor of the Generalissimo.
100. The great commander died on May 6, 1800.
