Holowczyn
Holowczyn is a village in present-day Belarus, historically known for its association with a major 18th-century battle. The name is rendered in various languages as Holowczyn, Hołowczyn (Polish), or Holovčyn (Belarusian). The locality is rural and small, but its name is primarily remembered for the military engagement that occurred nearby during the Great Northern War.
The Battle of Holowczyn took place in 1708 during the Swedish campaign against Russia. Swedish forces under
The battle is often cited in histories of the Great Northern War as an example of Charles
Today, Holowczyn remains a small rural locality. The site’s historical significance is noted in regional histories,