Ivan III's Accession as Grand Prince of Moscow

Timeline

1. 1462Moscow · RussiaMoscow Grand Prince Vasily II consolidated power after prolonged civil strife; after his death in 1462, his eldest son Ivan III inherited the grand princely throne, completing a peaceful transfer of power confirmed by the Moscow court and church.
2. 1462–1467Grand Principality of Moscow · RussiaIn the early years of his reign Ivan III continued his father's policies, maintaining tribute relations with the Golden Horde while strengthening Moscow's control over surrounding small principalities and maintaining complex diplomacy with Lithuania, Novgorod, and other powers, accumulating strength for later expansion.