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Olga of Kiev: The fearsome Viking queen of the East (Part 2)
How did a child bride turn into a formidable Viking queen and later become worshipped as a saint?1 year ago — History -
Olga of Kiev: The fearsome Viking queen of the East (Part 1)
How did a child bride turn into a formidable Viking queen and later become worshipped as a saint?1 year ago — History -
How a Viking named Rurik founded the Kievan Rus and shaped history
The foundation of Belarus, Russia, and Ukraine can all be traced back to one semi-historical figure, a Viking chieftain invited to reign in Eastern Europe during the early medieval ages. This is the story of Rurik, a figure shrouded in the mist of early Slavic history.2 years ago — History
