In Russia, the Streltsy were referred to as the "Russian Janissaries"—like their Turkish counterparts, they were privileged professional warriors and were used in political struggles. In addition to their military service, with a decent salary, they were involved in trade and various crafts. This situation did not sit well with Peter I, who initiated army reforms that included the disbandment of the Streltsy. This caused dissatisfaction among the professional soldiers. In early June 1698, the Streltsy marched toward Moscow. On June 18, a little over 2,000 of them encountered the regular Russian army. During negotiations and after an artillery volley from 25 cannons, the Streltsy surrendered. The first executions of the rebels took place in the village of Preobrazhenskoye. From October 11 to 21, mass executions took place daily on Red Square. The Streltsy were hanged, beheaded, and broken on the wheel: their bones were shattered, leaving them to die slowly. All of this happened in front of their wives and children.