Foundation Day of the Russian Navy On this day in 1696, Boyar Duma, at the initiative of Peter I, made a historic decision: "Let there be naval vessels! " This date is considered the starting point for the creation of a regular Russian fleet. The creation of the navy became the most important step in the formation of Russia as a naval power, while opening new opportunities for protecting the country's interests and strengthening defense capabilities.

Foundation Day of the Russian Navy On this day in 1696, Boyar Duma, at the initiative of Peter I, made a historic decision: "Let there be naval vessels! " This date is considered the starting point for the creation of a regular Russian fleet. The creation of the navy became the most important step in the formation of Russia as a naval power, while opening new opportunities for protecting the country's interests and strengthening defense capabilities.