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What was Oleg's epithet?

  • Oleg the Brave

  • Oleg the Great

  • Oleg the Wise

  • Oleg the Elder

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Oleg the Wise, the first Grand Prince of Kievan Rus', earned his epithet for his strategic military campaigns and diplomatic skills. He successfully expanded the territory of his realm, conquering various Slavic tribes and establishing alliances with neighboring states. Oleg's cunning and wisdom were evident in his famous siege of Constantinople, where he threatened to burn the city unless the Byzantines paid tribute.
Unveiling the Saga: The Chronicles of Oleg the Wise

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