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The Siege of Narva (1581) was a siege and massacre[1] initiated by Pontus de la Gardie against the Russian controlled city of Narva. The siege resulted in a victory for the Swedes.
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Siege of Narva | |||||||||
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Part of The Long Wrath | |||||||||
![]() Narva Castle (or Hermann Castle) in Narva, Estonia | |||||||||
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Belligerents | |||||||||
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Commanders and leaders | |||||||||
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Strength | |||||||||
7-8,000 men 2,400 cavalry | Unknown | ||||||||
Casualties and losses | |||||||||
100 men | 4-7,000 soldiers and civilians |
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