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Stephen the Great, Prince of Moldavia, faced a daunting challenge in 1475 when the Ottoman Empire, led by Sultan Mehmed II, sought to conquer his lands. Despite being heavily outnumbered at the Battle of Vaslui, Stephen, a devout Christian, rallied his troops with unwavering faith. Through strategic brilliance and courage, Stephen's army achieved a decisive victory, halting the Ottoman advance into Eastern Europe. He then built a church for every battle he won. Let us pray to #Saint Stephen, that we can all find the courage to defend our values. #OrthodoxChristian #Faith #History.