Soviet Ukraine Before the Great Famine, 1917-1931
Under the guidance of Bolsheviks, the first All-Ukrainian Congress of Soviets created a Soviet government for Ukraine in December of 1917. A few short...
Faberge Eggs
Faberge eggs were an important Easter tradition for the Romanovs. Today, Faberge eggs are priceless masterpieces and reminders of Imperial Russia.
Priceless masterpieces, opulent symbols...
Russian Political History
Russian History is politically complex. From its earliest emergence to the present Russian Federation, the country's long story is fascinating.
Modern day Russia has emerged...
Alexander Nevsky of Russia
Alexander Nevsky is remembered as a hero for protecting medieval Russia from invaders and negotiating with the Golden Horde.
Alexander Nevsky, also known as Alexander...
Was Anastasia Anna Anderson?
Anna Anderson claimed to be Grand Duchess Anastasia Romanov. Supporters say she was, indeed, the last Tsar’s daughter. Others say she was a fraud.
Myth,...
Felix Yusupov and the Death of Rasputin 1916
Rasputin warned that his death by members of the imperial family would lead to the end of Romanov rule, yet the plot went forward...
Russian Royal Titles
Russia was not content to call its royal leader simply “king.” “Tsar” and “emperor” more accurately described the position of the supreme ruler of...
Boris Godunov – Legend and Fact
Ivan the Terrible’s successor was an elected tsar who history has charged with the murder of Tsarevich Dmitry.
Was Boris Godunov one of Russia’s best...
USSR, Communism and the End of an Era
How Soviet Russia, once a world superpower, fell and caused the end of the USSR. Communism was only part of the problem for the...
The Western Front Bias in Historical Studies
Russia seldom receives equal treatment in the retelling of history, from the Napoleonic Wars to the Great Patriotic War and the subsequent defeat of...