Embark on a comprehensive journey through Russian history in this 2.5-hour documentary series. Explore pivotal moments and influential figures, from the African-born Gannibal's rise in Peter the Great's court to the Battle of Kulikovo in 1380. Delve into the origins of the Kievan Rus, examining Slavic and Viking influences, and follow the early Rus conquests. Investigate major conflicts like the Russo-Japanese War and the Czechoslovak Legion's struggle to return home. Discover the Christianization of Rus under Vladimir the Great and the subsequent golden age of the Christian empire in the East. Witness the Mongol conquest that led to Kievan Rus' destruction, and uncover the intricacies of the Great Game between Britain and Russia in Afghanistan. This series offers a deep dive into Russia's rich and complex history, providing context for understanding its place in the world today.
Overview
Syllabus
Gannibal - African Son of Peter the Great of Russia.
Battle of Kulikovo 1380 - Rus-Mongol Wars DOCUMENTARY.
Slavs and Vikings: Medieval Russia and the Origins of the Kievan Rus.
Early Rus Conquests: Viking Princes in Eastern Rome.
Russo-Japanese War 1904-1905 - Battle of Tsushima DOCUMENTARY.
Czechoslovak Legion in Russia and its War to Return Home.
How the Rus Became Christian - Vladimir the Great DOCUMENTARY.
Golden Age of the Rus: Christian Empire in the East DOCUMENTARY.
Destruction of Kievan Rus - Mongol Conquest DOCUMENTARY.
Great Game: How Britain and Russia Fought for Afghanistan DOCUMENTARY.
Taught by
Kings and Generals
