This episode provides an overview of the Battle of Poltava in 1709, a pivotal conflict during the Great Northern War between the Swedish Empire of Charles XII and the Tsardom of Russia led by Peter the Great. We offer a detailed, multi-section look at the battle's background, prelude, progression, and aftermath, complete with tactical troop movements and casualty figures, while also noting the battle's crucial historical importance for Sweden, Russia, and Ukraine.