1. Home
  2. / Dmitry Donskoy
  3. / How did Dmitry Donskoy challenge the Mongols?

How did Dmitry Donskoy challenge the Mongols?

  • Established trade

  • Signed a peace treaty

  • Through diplomacy

  • Openly defied authority

Answer

Openly defying the Mongol authority, Dmitry Donskoy, the Grand Prince of Moscow, challenged their dominance over Russia. This act of defiance marked a turning point in the relationship between the Mongols and the Russian principalities, setting the stage for future conflicts and ultimately leading to the eventual liberation of Russia from the Golden Horde's control.
Dmitry Donskoy Knowledge Quest: 30 Questions for the intellectually curious

Dmitry Donskoy Knowledge Quest: 30 Questions for the intellectually curious

Take the Dmitry Donskoy Quiz
Subscribe newsletter

Subscribe Now!

Learn something
new everyday

Playing quizzes is free! We send 1 quiz every week to your inbox