The remains of Dimitri Donskoi, a 14th-century Russian prince, have been exhumed from his burial site beneath Moscow’s Kremlin cathedral with the approval of Vladimir Putin. This unusual move follows calls from the Russian Orthodox Church and members of parliament to deploy the relics to the front lines in Ukraine. The intention behind this proposal is to boost the morale of Russian troops and galvanize their fighting spirit. Donskoi, who died in 1389, is a celebrated figure in Russian history, known for leading a victory against the Golden Horde. The possibility of utilizing religious relics in this manner highlights the intertwining of the Russian Orthodox Church and the Kremlin’s political and military objectives. This action raises questions about the symbolic importance placed on historical figures in the context of the ongoing conflict.