Vasily Vorontsov-Velyaminov
Vasily Vorontsov-Velyaminov was a notable figure in 14th-century Russia, serving as a thousandth (tysyatsky) in Moscow, a position of local military and administrative leadership. His execution in 1379 marked a significant turning point, symbolizing the decline of local self-governance and the increasing centralization of power under the Grand Duchy of Moscow.
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Vasily Vorontsov-Velyaminov was the elected Moscow tiysky who commanded local militias in ancient Rus.
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