Khan Academy: Russia
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"...But for centuries, Russia was seen by western Europe as both European and not, an “Other” that was to be doubly feared because it was not fully Other. And when we think of all these historical stereotypes about Russia, it’s worth remembering that what you see as barbaric about others is often what they see as barbaric about you..."
Key Terms
- Mongols
- Kiev
- KIevan Rus
- Grand Prince of Kiev
- Orthodox Christianity
- Appanage Russia
- Moscow (Muscovites)
- Ivan Kalita
- Battle of Kulikovo Field
- Ivan III (the Great)
- Ivan IV (the Terrible)
- Zemsky Sobor
- Boyars
- Oprichniki
Guided Viewing Questions
- Why was trade so important to Kievan Rus?
- How did the Mongols shape Russian history?
- Who was Ivan the Great? What were his successes?
- How did Ivan the Terrible earn his nickname? What were his accomplishments?
- Why are Russians sees as “European, but not”?