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While he kept the Khan's patent to collect taxes for all of Russia, Dmitry is also famous for leading the first Russian military victory over the Mongols.

Mamai, a Mongol general and claimant to the throne, tried to punish Dmitry for attempting to increase his power.

In 1378 Mamai sent a Mongol army, but it was defeated by Dmitry's forces in the Battle of Vozha River.

Two years later Mamai personally led a large force against Moscow.

Dmitry met and defeated it at the Battle of Kulikovo.