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Ivan III lead the Russians to their independence from the Mongols-after he refused to pay his rulers further tribute, Russian & Mongol armies faced each other to fight. However, neither side advanced to fight but instead both armies turned around & marched home. This bloodless standoff was seen as their liberation.

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