Troops, society and intelligence during the Russian-Turkish war of 1768–1774 (based on archived data)

On the basis of archival documents, the situation in the Danube theater of military operations and front-line territories after the Russian-Turkish war of 1768–1774 is considered. Presented as deserters, Cossacks, Haidamaks destabilized the situation in the south of Ukraine. The role of scouts and spies sent by both sides of the conflict is considered separately. The preparations of the Porte to strengthen the garrisons of the border fortresses in Moldova, in connection with the proposed offensive, are shown. Suvorov’s report is published, which refers to the French doctor Villamin, who, before working at the Alexander Hospital, visited the Crimea, Turkey, and Persia. A version is expressed about the espionage activities of a French doctor.