Kutuzov, Mikhail

(1745–1813) was a Field Marshal of the Russian Empire. Kutuzov contributed much to the military history of Russia and is seen as one of the best Russian generals. He took part in the Napoleonic Wars, including two major battles at Austerlitz and the Battle of Borodino. However, Kutuzov is credited most for his leadership during the French invasion of Russia. Although the Russian army under his command was defeated by Napoleon at the Battle of Borodino, his counter-attack, once Napoleon had retreated from Moscow, defeated the Grande Armée and pushed the French completely out of Russia.