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Temir-Murza
Temir-Mirza (russian: Темир-Мирза; died 8 September 1380; also spelled Temir-Murza), known in most Russian sources as Chelubey (russian: Челубей), was a Tatar champion who fought in single combat against the Russian champion Alexander Peresvet at the opening of the Battle of Kulikovo in 1380, according to the '' Tale of the Battle with Mamai'', a 15th-century Russian literary work from the Kulikovo cycle. Battle of Kulikovo In the '' Tale of the Battle with Mamai'', also known as the ''Tale of the Rout with Mamai'', Chelubey is distinguished for his physical prowess and combat skills, where he was regarded as a veteran warrior. According to the ''Tale'', Chelubey and the Russian champion Alexander Peresvet fought on horseback at the opening of the Battle of Kulikovo in 1380 with spears, and both men killed each other simultaneously. Chelubey's body was knocked off his horse, while Peresvet's body did not fall from his saddle, which the Russians regarded as a g ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Single Combat
Single combat is a duel between two single warriors which takes place in the context of a battle between two armies. Instances of single combat are known from Classical Antiquity and the Middle Ages. The champions were often combatants who represented larger, spectator groups. Such representative contests and stories thereof are known worldwide. Typically, it takes place in the no-man's-land between the opposing armies, with other warriors watching and themselves refraining from fighting until one of the two single combatants has won. Often, it is champion warfare, with the two considered the champions of their respective sides. Single combat could also take place within a larger battle. Neither ancient nor medieval warfare always relied on the line or phalanx formation. The ''Iliad'' notably describes the battles of the Trojan war as a series of single encounters on the field, and the medieval code of chivalry, partly inspired by this, encouraged the single combat between indiv ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
