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4 days ago · Rurik also expanded to the east, and in 859 became ruler either by conquest or invitation by local people of the city of Novgorod (which means "new city") on the Volkhov River. His successors moved further, founding the early East Slavic state of Kievan Rus' with the capital in Kiev .
May 11, 2024 · This is because it was officially the seat of the heir of the Grand Duke of Kiev. The reason for this was strategic: Bilhorod was extremely near to Kiev, and by placing his heir there, the Grand Duke could keep him under control, and the two could move between Kiev and Bilhorod at a moment’s notice.
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May 13, 2024 · King Hemingr “the Righteous” of Gardariki (r. 877-901) Bad start, underage with a power hungry guardian with plenty of self-interest. Guardian passes laws on behalf of the young king, one good one was increased crown authority. Struggle when Hemingr becomes adult, but he wins in the end, by paying off his guardian.
6 days ago · Rurik's successor Oleg (called Helgi by the Norsemen) went on to take Kiev, which he made his capital, cementing in place a dynasty that would rule Russia (in whole or in part) until 1598. Several prominent Viking leaders took refuge in Novgorod at one time or another, including King Olaf II of Norway, who was later made a saint by the Roman ...
May 13, 2024 · Longest reign so far, but really not that long. Dynasty short on men, but she and her brother before her married all the women matrilineally. Kinda cool looking with the eye patch, something about an accident as a child. Mid reign, 907, she subjugated the kingdom of Estonia, enlarging her access to the sea like a lot.
May 23, 2024 · The coming of Rurik from Prussia to Ladoga or Novgorod and the communication of the Ilmen region and the south-east of the Baltic Sea is clearly hinted at by the presence of Novgorod, founded by decree of Rurik (according to the Joachim Chronicle cited by Tatishchev in 864).
May 23, 2024 · One frequently asked question is, “When did the capital of Russia change from Kiev to Moscow?” The answer to this question dates back to the 12th century when Prince Andrew Bogolyubsky moved the capital from Kiev to Moscow in 1157. This move was prompted by power struggles and constant raids on Kiev.
