During the Russo-Turkish War, 1768-1774, Pyotr Melissino was in charge of the Russian artillery. His efficient command helped Russian forces prevail against a fourfold numerical superiority of the Ottomans at Khotin, Larga, and Kagula.
During the Russo-Turkish conflict of 1768-1774, Pyotr Melissino led the Russian artillery. His competent command assisted Russian forces in overcoming an overwhelming Ottoman numerical advantage at Khotin, Larga, and Kagula.