What is another word for Ivan Iii?
Pronunciation: [ˈa͡ɪvan ˈɪɪˌa͡ɪ] (IPA) 
Ivan III, also known as Ivan the Great, was a powerful ruler who held the throne of the Grand Duchy of Moscow from 1462 until his death in 1505. With his fierce determination and strategic alliances, Ivan III transformed Moscow into a dominant regional power, challenging the traditional authority of the Mongol-Tatar Golden Horde. Some of the synonyms used to describe Ivan III include "Ivan the Terrible," "Ivan the Builder," and "Ivan the Strong." He is also sometimes referred to as the "Tsar of all Russia," a title he earned through his efforts to consolidate and expand his realm. Despite the many titles associated with his reign, Ivan III is remembered as a pivotal figure in Russian history, who laid the foundation for the country's emergence as a major European power.
