Tsarist Navy

The Tsarist Navy was Russia's maritime military force before the 1917 revolution. It played a key role in defending Russia’s coastlines, projecting power abroad, and supporting the empire's ambitions. Comprising battleships, cruisers, and smaller vessels, it aimed to rival other major naval powers. The navy was organized under the Russian Empire's government, with significant developments in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. It faced challenges like outdated technology and strategic difficulties. The Tsarist Navy was eventually replaced by the Soviet Navy after the Bolshevik Revolution, marking a new era in Russia's maritime history.