Mongol invasions of Lithuania

Mongol invasions of Lithuania
Part of the Mongol invasions of Europe
Date1237–1275
Location
Lithuania and surrounding regions
Territorial
changes
Devastation of Lithuanian territories
Belligerents
Commanders and leaders
Strength
Unknown (estimated 20,000–40,000 during major raids) Unknown
Casualties and losses
Unknown Heavy; multiple settlements destroyed

The Mongol invasions of Lithuania was an event where the Mongol armies invaded the territories of the Kingdom of Lithuania and later, the Grand Duchy of Lithuania, on several occasions in late 13th and early 14th century. The event is not very well documented. In due course, however, the Lithuanians were able to take control of a number of former Mongol territories, expand their influence in Eastern Europe, and contribute to the liberation of neighbouring peoples.