Kunigaikščio Vladimiro Sviatoslavičiaus 983 metų žygis prieš jotvingius

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ENIn the second half of the 10th century Yotvingia became the object of interest of Prince Vladimir Sviatoslavich, who emerged victorious from the conflict with his brothers for the throne of Kiev after his father's death. Vladimir Sviatoslavich opened the period of conquering expeditions in the history of Rus. After the seizure of Przemyśl and Cherven Cities and the final defeat of the tribe Vyatichi, Vladimir Sviatoslavich attacked Yotvingians in 983. The presentation of the expedition of Vladimir Sviatoslavich in the Ruthenian Chronicles takes the form of an extremely laconic note variously interpreted by researchers. It seems that the main aim of the prince was to take control of the rivers Bug and Neman trade route used by Scandinavian merchants. Although the expedition against Yotvingians was a success, it did not bring Rus permanent territorial acquisitions. Most likely Rus teams operated only in Dainava. By plundering Yotvingia, Vladimir the Great was able to obtain funding necessary to conduct long-term military campaign and to pay for mercenaries who joined the prince during his stay in Sweden. The expedition against Yotvingians was also recorded in the book "Memory and Praise of Prince Vladimir" which was probably written by monk Jacob.The book provides detailed information about the regime of Vladimir Sviatoslavich and lists the military expeditions of the prince. The document is of particular importance because it confirms the fact of Rus aggression towards Yotvingians and shows the independence of the Prussian tribe. Surprising lack of reaction on the Polish side can be explained by the involvement of Mieszko I in the problems of the Rebellion of Polabian Slavs in 983. As a result of his military expeditions in Yotvingia, Prince Vladimir the Great claimed the right to the part of the territory. The dominion of Nethimer was situated in the same area. Missionary Bruno of Querfurt was supported by Bolesław Chrobry and sent to Nethimer. However, before he started his missionary expedition in 1009, it was necessary to win favour with Vladimir, the mighty ruler of Rus. [From the publication]