The Battle of Neva took place on July 15, 1240, near the banks of the Neva River in present-day Russia. It was fought between the forces of the Novgorod Republic, led by Prince Alexander Nevsky, and the invading Swedish army. The battle was significant in defending the region from foreign influence and establishing Novgorod's power. The victory at the Battle of Neva helped to solidify Alexander Nevsky's reputation as a national hero. This battle is often seen as a key moment in the struggle for control over the territories surrounding the Baltic Sea and contributed to the rise of the Grand Duchy of Moscow in later years.