On the morning of the Streltsy execution, a group of soldiers gathered in Moscow to face their punishment. The Streltsy were elite troops who had previously supported Tsar Peter the Great, but their rebellion against his reforms led to their downfall. The execution was a public spectacle, intended to serve as a warning to others. Many of the Streltsy were hanged or executed by other means, while the event was witnessed by a large crowd. This marked a significant moment in Russian history, highlighting the consequences of defying the authority of the Tsar.