History

Two large cities built by our ancient ancestors - Dnieper and Novgorod - already existed in those lands before the establishment of statehood, but did not have rulers. The names of the governors of the tribes appeared when the first princes in Russia were inscribed in the annals. The table with their names contains only a few lines, but these are the main lines in our story. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01

The first years of the war were not easy for us, not everyone could even believe in the reality of everything that was happening - it seemed like a terrible dream. The brighter, but at the same time more tragic, the stoic defense of Sevastopol in 1941-1942 entered the history of the country. The heroism and courage of all those who were involved in the events of those days are immeasurable. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01

An enlightened monarchy in Russia existed during the reign of Catherine II in 1762 - 1796. Her era was characterized by the absolute autocratic power of the monarch and attempts to reform "from above" according to the canons of the ideas of the thinkers of the European Enlightenment. Last modified: 2025-06-01 07:06

Erofey Khabarov (years of life and death 1603–1671) left his family and a rather large farm and, following other quite prosperous and free cultivators of the Vologda region, hunters and fishermen of Primorye, Cossacks from the Don and Volga seeking adventure and we alth, went for Stone Belt. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01

Explorers of Siberia and the Far East of the 17th century. Thanks to their activities, many major geographical discoveries were made. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01

Andrew Johnson was elected President of the United States in 1865. He ruled for one term and was able to forever write his name in history. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01

The Reich Security Main Office (RSHA) is the key governing body in Nazi Germany, which was engaged in political intelligence. It was founded in 1939 after the merger of the security service with the General Directorate of the Security Police. He was directly subordinate to the chief of the German police and Reichsführer SS Heinrich Himmler. It was one of the 12 main departments of the SS, which had about three thousand employees. Based in Berlin at Prinz-Albrechtstrasse. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01

What is a reconquista? This term is called the long reconquest by Christians of their territories on the Iberian Peninsula, captured by Muslim Moors. The meaning of the word Reconquista is very simple: the term is translated from Spanish as the reconquest. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01

Danilevsky Igor Nikolaevich - a famous Russian historian, researcher of Ancient Russia. What topics are of primary interest to him?. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01

On the territory of the entire post-Soviet space there are not so many military men with such a number of awards and merits. Marshal Leonid Aleksandrovich Govorov is one of the main figures in the Great Patriotic War. He participated in the battles in the defense of Moscow and Leningrad, for which he received many medals of the highest degree. His skill as a commander in chief is recognized not only in Russia, but also far beyond its borders. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01

"Land of Canaan" is one of those phrases that are often found in the Holy Scriptures. It says that the God Yahweh promised her "as an inheritance" to the sons of Israel. It is also known as the "Promised Land". About where it is - the land of Canaan, about its history and the peoples who inhabited it will be described in the article. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01

Irma Grese is known worldwide for her horrific acts while working as a warden in German death camps. For her character, she was nicknamed the Blonde Devil. Who was this young woman and how did she become the Angel of Death?. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01

Petliura's active political biography began after the February Revolution. He immediately became head of the General Military Committee under the Central Rada. The political situation made it possible to declare the state sovereignty of Ukraine, which was immediately done. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01

In recent years, video recordings of conversations with the title "Krygina (nun Nina)" appear in the electronic media. These video recordings and audio interviews are devoted to the problems of family and marriage. Conversations are interesting enough that they attract the attention of many people. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01

In fact, the former brothers, and now independent neighbors, taking an increasingly hostile position towards Russia, continued to parasitize on it. Popular then folk decoding of the CIS - "Hitler's Hope Come True". Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01

Sultan Mustafa The first, which will be discussed in this article, is the 15th ruler of the Ottoman Empire. He went down in history as a madman, although some of his subjects considered him not insane, but a saint. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01

Selim II - the eleventh ruler of the Ottoman Empire. He was the son of famous historical figures, about whom legends and films are still being made. Who was Selim and what was his weakness that led to ridicule from the Janissaries?. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01

Tim Curry (a photo of the actor can be seen in the article) is a famous English actor, singer and composer. During his career, he played a large number of roles in numerous films, voiced characters in cartoons and computer games. Due to the peculiar sound of the voice, the actor most often got the roles of villains and rather characteristic characters. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01

The main reason for the introduction of paper money into circulation was the increased need for cash, which could not be covered by the stocks of precious metals available in the treasury. The history of paper money in Russia began in the same way as in most other countries - with a lack of money in the treasury. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01

In the history of Russia there were many outstanding and influential personalities. Among them were princes who influenced the course of events, ruled the state or principality, defended their possessions from the raids of enemy peoples. One of these people was Prince Yuri Vsevolodovich. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01

Yaroslav played a big role in the history of our country. His reign was marked by both positive and negative aspects. We will talk about all this in this article. We also note that the son of Prince Yaroslav Vsevolodovich, Alexander Nevsky (his icon is presented below), became famous throughout the country as a great commander, and was also canonized by the church. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01

For several centuries, historians and archaeologists have been focusing on the mysteries of Ancient Egypt. When it comes to this ancient civilization, first of all, the grandiose pyramids come to mind, many of whose secrets have not yet been revealed. Among such mysteries, which are still far from being solved, is the construction of a great structure - the largest pyramid of Cheops that has come down to our time. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01

Many admirers of Russian poetry do not know where the genius of world literature A. S. Pushkin is buried. Pushkin's grave is located in the Svyatogorsk Monastery-Museum, included in the Pushkin Reserve. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01

The Soviet space program included several rocket-building and space exploration programs run by the Soviet Union (USSR) from the 1930s until its collapse in 1991. Today, on its basis, there are aerospace agencies in the former republics of the USSR. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01

Ignatiev Alexey Alekseevich was a military leader in Tsarist Russia and in the USSR. As well as a diplomat, adviser to the head of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (then - the People's Commissariat) and a writer. He belonged to an old noble and count family. One of his ancestors served as a bed-keeper for Tsar Mikhail Romanov. Consider the biography of Count Alexei Alekseevich Ignatiev in more detail. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01

Most likely, he was not the main initiator of Peter's reforms. But to make him only a cheerful royal drinking companion, as some argue, is also deeply unfair. Before us is the bright life of a man who, with all the fibers of his soul, wished well-being for the country that became his second homeland. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01

The famous Battle of Lesnaya took place on September 28 (October 9, new style), 1708. It got its name in honor of the nearest village in the modern Mogilev region of Belarus. On the battlefield, the corps led by Peter I and the Swedish army of Adam Levengaupt collided. The victory was won by the Russians, which allowed them to build on the success of the campaign during the Great Northern War. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01

The Battle of Narva is one of the most remarkable in the chronicle of the battles of Peter I. In fact, it was the first major battle of the young Russian state. And although it ended rather unsuccessfully for both Russia and Peter I, the significance of this battle can hardly be overestimated. It showed all the weaknesses of the Russian army and raised many unpleasant questions about weapons and logistics. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01

The Crusades were the result of a combination of a number of economic, social, political and historical factors. Their prerequisites and results will be discussed in this article. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01

Elizaveta Petrovna has never been a married woman and had no recognized children. But history has preserved evidence of the empress's frivolous and full of sensual pleasures lifestyle. Next, consider the biographies of several favorites of the Russian sovereign. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01

Clara Petacci went down in history primarily not as a friend of the Duce, but as a woman whose love deserves only admiration and respect: she could not breathe without her Benito, Senora Petacci covered the body of her beloved and died first, she was not were able to tear away from Mussolini. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01

One of the most iconic battles of ancient history is the Battle of Marathon. His background, course and consequences of the battle will be the subject of this review. Last modified: 2025-06-01 07:06

In the ancient world, one of the seven wonders of the world is the Temple of Artemis of Ephesus. These wonders are a list of the most famous architectural structures. Writings about them were very popular in ancient times and contained descriptions of the most beautiful or most technically advanced buildings or monuments of art. Today we will talk about both the goddess herself and the temple of Artemis of Ephesus, about the seven wonders of the world. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01

Ithaca is not the most visited Greek island. But its ancient and entertaining history is the envy of any popular corner of the planet. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01

Prussia is one of the most historically controversial states in continental Europe. On the one hand, we have a once powerful state under whose flag all of Germany was united. On the other hand, the kingdom had not only ups, but also downs. The country was disbanded after the fall of the Third Reich, and previously suffered under the yoke of the Teutons. What legacy has the history of Prussia left us?. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01

A unique cultural monument remained to contemporaries from the inhabitants of ancient Russia. Compiled in the 16th century, the book was the only correct guide, not only for those who build a house. It was taken as a basis in matters of creating a family and housekeeping. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01

To put it simply and briefly, dispossession is the confiscation of property from peasants, behind which millions of lives and destinies stand. Now this process is recognized as illegal, and its victims are en titled to compensation for damages. Last modified: 2025-06-01 07:06

SS is one of the most sinister and frightening organizations of the 20th century. Until now, it is a symbol of all the atrocities of the Nazi regime in Germany. At the same time, the phenomenon of the SS and the myths that circulate about its members are an interesting subject for study. Many historians still find documents of these very “elite” Nazis in the archives of Germany. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01

Briefly, the foreign policy of Alexander 1 is known to many. Of course, this is the same Russian emperor who once managed to defeat Napoleon. However, many prefer to stop there, not knowing how much this person brought to the country. His skillful diplomacy and cunning, concern for the Motherland can serve as a real example for modern Russian politicians. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01

Few people know that the Assassins are a whole ideological system among the Ismailis, and not just a computer game. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01