Shevárdino Redoubt

Also known as Shevárdino, Raévski Redoubt

fortress
early 19th century field fortification

Earthwork redoubt on a mound in advance of the Russian line, with trenches and guns overlooking the approaches. It is fought over, occupied, and wrecked as the Borodinó position is tested.

Type: fortress
Style: early 19th century field fortification
First appears: Book 1 · Ch. 208
Books: 1

History

BOOK 1War and Peace
Earthwork redoubt on a mound in advance of the Russian line, with trenches and guns overlooking the approaches. It is fought over, occupied, and wrecked as the Borodinó position is tested.