Treaty of Stolbovo

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Treaty of Stolbovo

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1617 peace treaty ending the Ingrian War between Sweden and Russia.

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Origins & Early Life

The Treaty of Stolbovo (Russian: Столбовский мир; Swedish: Freden i Stolbova) was a peace treaty that ended the Ingrian War (Ingermanländska kriget), which had been fought between the Swedish Empire and the Russian Tsardom between 1610 and 1617. After nearly two months of negotiations, representatives from Sweden and Russia met at the now-derelict village of Stolbovo, south of Lake Ladoga, now in Volkhovsky District.

Career & Major Achievements

The meeting took place on 9 March [O.S. 27 February] 1617. From the outset, Sweden had gone into the negotiations with very high ambitions and hopes of fulfilling the old dream of making all Russian trade pass through Swedish territory.

Enduring Legacy & Impact

As a consequence of that ambition, the Swedes originally demanded far-reaching territorial gains into western Russia, including the important northern port of Arkhangelsk. However, King James I of England sent a delegation to mediate, and the United Provinces did the same, mostly to ensure that Arkhangelsk did not fall into Swedish hands, which would have made the extensive trade between Western Europe and Russia far more difficult.

Chronological Milestones & Life Events

1. 1610: 1610 Milestone — The Treaty of Stolbovo (Russian: Столбовский мир; Swedish: Freden i Stolbova) was a peace treaty that ended the Ingrian War (Ingermanländska kriget), which had been fought between the Swedish Empire and the Russian Tsardom between 1610 and 1617.

Historical Fact-Check Quiz: Treaty of Stolbovo

True or False: “The Treaty of Stolbovo stipulated that Sweden gained control of the vital northern port of Arkhangelsk.”

Answer (FALSE ❌): This is a misconception. The treaty was influenced by mediators who ensured that Arkhangelsk did not fall into Swedish hands, thereby maintaining the existing trade routes.

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