Articles related to "Romanovs"
Books about the Romanovs
New books about the Romanovs seem to be published each year. Which ones are worthwhile reads and which ones capitalize on myth?
romanovs • books about the romanovs • alexandra fyodorovna • nicholas ii • alexei romanov
New books about the Romanovs seem to be published each year. Which ones are worthwhile reads and which ones capitalize on myth?
romanovs • books about the romanovs • alexandra fyodorovna • nicholas ii • alexei romanov
Burial of the Romanovs
The burial of the Romanov bodies after the execution in July 1918 was conducted by Yakov Yurovsky. The remains of the Romanovs were buried in a pit for decades.
burial of the romanovs • romanov bodies • remains of the romanovs • yurovsky • execution of the romanovs
The burial of the Romanov bodies after the execution in July 1918 was conducted by Yakov Yurovsky. The remains of the Romanovs were buried in a pit for decades.
burial of the romanovs • romanov bodies • remains of the romanovs • yurovsky • execution of the romanovs
Execution of the Romanovs
The Romanov family, including Tsar Nicholas II, were executed in 1918. The Tsar, Tsaristsa, Grand Duchesses, Tsarevich, a doctor, and three servants were killed.
execution of the romanovs • murder of the romanovs • yurovsky • tsar nicholas ii • alexandra fyodorovna
The Romanov family, including Tsar Nicholas II, were executed in 1918. The Tsar, Tsaristsa, Grand Duchesses, Tsarevich, a doctor, and three servants were killed.
execution of the romanovs • murder of the romanovs • yurovsky • tsar nicholas ii • alexandra fyodorovna
The End of the Romanovs
The murder of the Romanovs has sparked controversy, given rise to investigations, and inspired books and movies. Much has been made of their execution and burial.
end of the romanovs • romanov murder • romanov execution • russian royal family • romanov burial
The murder of the Romanovs has sparked controversy, given rise to investigations, and inspired books and movies. Much has been made of their execution and burial.
end of the romanovs • romanov murder • romanov execution • russian royal family • romanov burial
Russia's Search for Liberty: Part II. Rule by Romanovs
As the cycle of Russian political economy again evolves, the old rules hold true. Now on its third tumble down the hill of upheaval and reform, Russia seems unable to grasp some aspects of its tormented legacy.
russian politics • russian history • romanovs • peter the great • catherine the great
As the cycle of Russian political economy again evolves, the old rules hold true. Now on its third tumble down the hill of upheaval and reform, Russia seems unable to grasp some aspects of its tormented legacy.
russian politics • russian history • romanovs • peter the great • catherine the great
Russia's Search for Liberty: Part III. Rebels and Riots
Russia pursues its lust for power, frees its serfs, is disgraced in war, and succumbs to rule by an untested political/economic theory that promises Utopia.
russian history • russia and the nineteenth century • the romanovs • russia and radical politics
Russia pursues its lust for power, frees its serfs, is disgraced in war, and succumbs to rule by an untested political/economic theory that promises Utopia.
russian history • russia and the nineteenth century • the romanovs • russia and radical politics
Ekaterinburg by Helen Rappaport
A review of Helen Rappaport's Ekaterinburg, a tragic and thrilling account of the climax of the Russian Revolution and the last days of the Romanovs.
ekaterinburg • ekaterinburg by helen rappaport • the last days of the romanovs • fate of the romanovs • murder of nicholas ii
A review of Helen Rappaport's Ekaterinburg, a tragic and thrilling account of the climax of the Russian Revolution and the last days of the Romanovs.
ekaterinburg • ekaterinburg by helen rappaport • the last days of the romanovs • fate of the romanovs • murder of nicholas ii
The Imperial Romanovs
From the 13th century to the "Times of Trouble" to the final days of Tsar Nicholas II, the last Romanov ruler, this Russian dynasty traced a deep line in history.
russian dynasty • romanovs • tsar nicholas ii • catherine the great • bloody nicholas
From the 13th century to the "Times of Trouble" to the final days of Tsar Nicholas II, the last Romanov ruler, this Russian dynasty traced a deep line in history.
russian dynasty • romanovs • tsar nicholas ii • catherine the great • bloody nicholas
Alexander III - Emperor of Russia
Alexander Romanov, or Alexander III, was Emperor of Russia from 1881 to 1894. He was responsible for repressive policies and was the father of Nicholas II.
alexander iii • alexander romanov • emperor of russia • nicholas ii • tsar
Alexander Romanov, or Alexander III, was Emperor of Russia from 1881 to 1894. He was responsible for repressive policies and was the father of Nicholas II.
alexander iii • alexander romanov • emperor of russia • nicholas ii • tsar
Empress Alexandra Fyodorovna
Alexandra Fyodorovna, the last Empress of the Russian Empire, was a caring mother and wife. However, her flaws were frowned on by citizens unhappy with tsarist rule.
alexandra fyodorovna • romanovs • nicholas ii • tsaritsa • russian empress
Alexandra Fyodorovna, the last Empress of the Russian Empire, was a caring mother and wife. However, her flaws were frowned on by citizens unhappy with tsarist rule.
alexandra fyodorovna • romanovs • nicholas ii • tsaritsa • russian empress
Grigorii Rasputin
Rasputin was given credit for curing the tsarevich when he had boughts of illness. However, most people felt the Romanovs would be better off without his influence.
rasputin • romanovs • alexandra fyodorovna • tsarevich alexei • felix yusupov
Rasputin was given credit for curing the tsarevich when he had boughts of illness. However, most people felt the Romanovs would be better off without his influence.
rasputin • romanovs • alexandra fyodorovna • tsarevich alexei • felix yusupov
History of Faberge Eggs
Today, Faberge eggs are priceless masterpieces but their history began in 1885 with Tsar Alexander III, who commissioned Peter Carl Faberge to make an egg for his wife.
faberge • faberge eggs • russia • romanovs • easter
Today, Faberge eggs are priceless masterpieces but their history began in 1885 with Tsar Alexander III, who commissioned Peter Carl Faberge to make an egg for his wife.
faberge • faberge eggs • russia • romanovs • easter
Tsar Nicholas II of Russia
Weak or stubborn? Whatever Tsar Nicholas II's most serious flaw, it proved fatal to the Romanov dynasty and the monarchy of the Russian Empire.
nicholas ii • tsar nicholas • nicholas romanov • romanovs • last tsar
Weak or stubborn? Whatever Tsar Nicholas II's most serious flaw, it proved fatal to the Romanov dynasty and the monarchy of the Russian Empire.
nicholas ii • tsar nicholas • nicholas romanov • romanovs • last tsar
Death of the Romanov Family
Despite rumours, myths, and legends that a couple of the princesses survived and escaped it now appears that the entire Romanov family was summarily executed.
russia • romanov dynasty • lenin • russian civil war • nicholas ii
Despite rumours, myths, and legends that a couple of the princesses survived and escaped it now appears that the entire Romanov family was summarily executed.
russia • romanov dynasty • lenin • russian civil war • nicholas ii
HBO's Rasputin by Director Uli Edel
The 1996 HBO film Rasputin takes on one of the most controversial and puzzling figures of Russian history, and in telling his story, reveals post-Cold War anxieties.
hbo's rasputin • alan rickman • ian mckellan • greta scacchi • russian revolution films
The 1996 HBO film Rasputin takes on one of the most controversial and puzzling figures of Russian history, and in telling his story, reveals post-Cold War anxieties.
hbo's rasputin • alan rickman • ian mckellan • greta scacchi • russian revolution films
Books - Anastasia / Anna Anderson
The cult of Anastasia has fascinated readers for years. Books about Anna Anderson as Anastasia have filled the need for 'evidence' that the two women were one person.
anastasia • anna anderson • grand duchess • romanovs • yekaterinburg
The cult of Anastasia has fascinated readers for years. Books about Anna Anderson as Anastasia have filled the need for 'evidence' that the two women were one person.
anastasia • anna anderson • grand duchess • romanovs • yekaterinburg
Rasputin- The Unholy Monk
From obscurity, Grigori Efimovich became one of the most trusted and feared people in the Russian Royal court, apparently the only person who could heal the Czarevich.
the life of rasputin • the influence of rasputin • the death of rasputin • the romanovs • the unholy monk
From obscurity, Grigori Efimovich became one of the most trusted and feared people in the Russian Royal court, apparently the only person who could heal the Czarevich.
the life of rasputin • the influence of rasputin • the death of rasputin • the romanovs • the unholy monk
Review of 'Czars'
"Czars" is an unpretentious treatment of Russian rulers from the Rurik Dynasty to the Romanovs. Great for novice scholars of Russian history.
czars • tsars • romanovs • rurik dynasty • russian rulers
"Czars" is an unpretentious treatment of Russian rulers from the Rurik Dynasty to the Romanovs. Great for novice scholars of Russian history.
czars • tsars • romanovs • rurik dynasty • russian rulers
Saturdays = Youth Album Review
French electronic artist M83 released Saturdays = Youth this Monday. The album deviates from his usual style while still keeping the trademark sound of M83 intact
m83 • anthony gonzalez • saturdays = youth • electronic shoegaze music • saturdays = youth review
French electronic artist M83 released Saturdays = Youth this Monday. The album deviates from his usual style while still keeping the trademark sound of M83 intact
m83 • anthony gonzalez • saturdays = youth • electronic shoegaze music • saturdays = youth review
The Romanov Children
Olga, Tatiana, Maria, Anastasia, and Alexei were the last tsar's five children. None of them were to live a full life after revolution came to Russia.
romanovs • grand duchess olga • grand duchess maria • grand duchess tatiana • grand duchess anastasia
Olga, Tatiana, Maria, Anastasia, and Alexei were the last tsar's five children. None of them were to live a full life after revolution came to Russia.
romanovs • grand duchess olga • grand duchess maria • grand duchess tatiana • grand duchess anastasia
Films of Nicholas II and the Romanov Family
Imperial Russia, Revolutionary Russia, the tragedy within both opulence and poverty have been dramatized for cinema and television.
nicholas and alexandra • imperial russia • anastasia • rasputin • romanov
Imperial Russia, Revolutionary Russia, the tragedy within both opulence and poverty have been dramatized for cinema and television.
nicholas and alexandra • imperial russia • anastasia • rasputin • romanov
Royal History in the Headlines
A look back at some of the biggest royal news stories of 2000, including the DNA test on the heart of Marie Antoinette's son and the canonization of the last tsar of Russia.
cleopatra • king tut • tutankhamen • marie antoinette • louis xvii
A look back at some of the biggest royal news stories of 2000, including the DNA test on the heart of Marie Antoinette's son and the canonization of the last tsar of Russia.
cleopatra • king tut • tutankhamen • marie antoinette • louis xvii
DVD Review: Nicholas & Alexandra
The movie Nicholas & Alexandra is a biographical film of the last Tsar, set against the backdrop of the Russian Revolution.
russian revolution • world war i • romanovs • tsar nicholas ii of russia • biographical film
The movie Nicholas & Alexandra is a biographical film of the last Tsar, set against the backdrop of the Russian Revolution.
russian revolution • world war i • romanovs • tsar nicholas ii of russia • biographical film
Western Trans-Sib Stopovers
Yekaterinburg or Omsk, Perm or Kazan: what wonderful choices you can make when planning the western half of your Trans-Siberian rail journey across Russia.
choosing trans sib stops • omsk trans-sib • yekaterinburg perm sightseeing • kazan attractions • nizhny novgorod stopover
Yekaterinburg or Omsk, Perm or Kazan: what wonderful choices you can make when planning the western half of your Trans-Siberian rail journey across Russia.
choosing trans sib stops • omsk trans-sib • yekaterinburg perm sightseeing • kazan attractions • nizhny novgorod stopover
Romanov Claimants - Alexei Tammet
DNA has proved that there were no survivors of the Romanov massacre of 1918. Despite this, some believe that potential heirs to the Russian throne still exist.
alexei romanov • tsarevich alexei • alexei tammet • romanov survivors • romanov claimants
DNA has proved that there were no survivors of the Romanov massacre of 1918. Despite this, some believe that potential heirs to the Russian throne still exist.
alexei romanov • tsarevich alexei • alexei tammet • romanov survivors • romanov claimants
The End of the Romanov Dynasty
The assassination of the Romanov family was the result of political factors which led not only to the death of the Tsar but also the collapse of the country.
political events leading to the russian revolution • romanov assassination • nicholas ii and aleksandra • the formation of the russian constitution and duma • rasputin's influence on the romanov family
The assassination of the Romanov family was the result of political factors which led not only to the death of the Tsar but also the collapse of the country.
political events leading to the russian revolution • romanov assassination • nicholas ii and aleksandra • the formation of the russian constitution and duma • rasputin's influence on the romanov family
Victims of the Romanov Murder
The Romanovs, along with a doctor, three servants, and a family dog, were brutally murdered by Bolsheviks.
romanov murder • romanov victims • killed by bolsheviks • murdered by bolsheviks • russian royal family killed
The Romanovs, along with a doctor, three servants, and a family dog, were brutally murdered by Bolsheviks.
romanov murder • romanov victims • killed by bolsheviks • murdered by bolsheviks • russian royal family killed
Why Felix Youssoupov Killed Rasputin
Prince Felix Youssoupov believed it was his patriotic duty to kill Rasputin, the malevolent 'holy man', and deliver Russia from her most dangerous internal enemy.
prince felix yusupov • rasputin • russia • tsar nicholas ii • tsarina alexandra feodorovna
Prince Felix Youssoupov believed it was his patriotic duty to kill Rasputin, the malevolent 'holy man', and deliver Russia from her most dangerous internal enemy.
prince felix yusupov • rasputin • russia • tsar nicholas ii • tsarina alexandra feodorovna
St. Petersburg Tsar Family
Besides the splendor of the art and architecture of Saint Petersburg, the history specific to this city draws visitors from all over the world.
st petersburg • royal family • tsar • history • traveler
Besides the splendor of the art and architecture of Saint Petersburg, the history specific to this city draws visitors from all over the world.
st petersburg • royal family • tsar • history • traveler
Baby in the Palace - PART II
Delve into the life of Russia's last Tsar-to-Be, Aleksei Nikolaievich Romanov. This article covers the years of his life for which he is most famous -- neither the innocent playing in the nursery, nor the laughter of his fifth birthday. Here, you will find him after illness tightened its grasp on his life. Here you will read of war, and of the Revolution. Yet you will also see Aleksei's own personal sunshine glimmmer again down the palace halls...
aleksei • aleksey • alexei • alexis • romanov
Delve into the life of Russia's last Tsar-to-Be, Aleksei Nikolaievich Romanov. This article covers the years of his life for which he is most famous -- neither the innocent playing in the nursery, nor the laughter of his fifth birthday. Here, you will find him after illness tightened its grasp on his life. Here you will read of war, and of the Revolution. Yet you will also see Aleksei's own personal sunshine glimmmer again down the palace halls...
aleksei • aleksey • alexei • alexis • romanov
Books about Russian Culture
These three books about Russian culture delve into its development and how it affected history.
books about russian culture • russian culture's effect on history • natasha's dance • land of the firebird • the face of russia
These three books about Russian culture delve into its development and how it affected history.
books about russian culture • russian culture's effect on history • natasha's dance • land of the firebird • the face of russia
Russian State Diamond Fund
Russia's State Diamond Fund is home to Russia's most important, and most impressive, treasures. Royal regalia, huge gems, and exquisite jewelry reside at the Kremlin.
state diamond fund • kremlin armory • peter the great • imperial crown of russia • orlov diamond
Russia's State Diamond Fund is home to Russia's most important, and most impressive, treasures. Royal regalia, huge gems, and exquisite jewelry reside at the Kremlin.
state diamond fund • kremlin armory • peter the great • imperial crown of russia • orlov diamond
The St. Petersburg Traveler
In St Petersburg, the history minded traveler discovers much to see and do.
saint petersburg • st petersburg • history • travel • white nights
In St Petersburg, the history minded traveler discovers much to see and do.
saint petersburg • st petersburg • history • travel • white nights
Russia's Search for Liberty: Part I. Truths and Dreams
In Russia late August is undoubtedly the month for madness. It is traditionally the month when plans for wars and coups are finalized and implemented. Such traditions may keep Russia from attaining its long-held dream that it can be a "normal country".
russian politics • post-communist russia • post-soviet affairs
In Russia late August is undoubtedly the month for madness. It is traditionally the month when plans for wars and coups are finalized and implemented. Such traditions may keep Russia from attaining its long-held dream that it can be a "normal country".
russian politics • post-communist russia • post-soviet affairs
Shetland Sheep - The Thousand Year Survivors
This ancient breed is hardy, adapable, easy-to-manage, and produces superior wool.
sheep • shetland • yarn • fair isle • spinning
This ancient breed is hardy, adapable, easy-to-manage, and produces superior wool.
sheep • shetland • yarn • fair isle • spinning
The Mystery Alive
The first in my series of articles about the last Russian Royal Family. And the only one concerning the murder.
romanov • nicholas • alexandra • nikolai • olga
The first in my series of articles about the last Russian Royal Family. And the only one concerning the murder.
romanov • nicholas • alexandra • nikolai • olga
Constantinople and the Bosporus
Settled as early as the 7th Century BC, Byzantium and the Bosporus represented important strategic and commercial interests that outlasted the ancient world.
constantinople and the bosporus • importance of the dardanelles • how mehmet captured constantinople • constantinople under the byzantines • fall of constantinople
Settled as early as the 7th Century BC, Byzantium and the Bosporus represented important strategic and commercial interests that outlasted the ancient world.
constantinople and the bosporus • importance of the dardanelles • how mehmet captured constantinople • constantinople under the byzantines • fall of constantinople
Felix Yusupov and the Death of Rasputin 1916
Rasputin warned that his death by members of the imperial family would lead to the end of Romanov rule, yet the plot went forward with intriguing results.
felix yusupov and rasputin • assassination of rasputin • murder of rasputin • yusupov palace and the rasputin murder • rasputin's influence on alexandra
Rasputin warned that his death by members of the imperial family would lead to the end of Romanov rule, yet the plot went forward with intriguing results.
felix yusupov and rasputin • assassination of rasputin • murder of rasputin • yusupov palace and the rasputin murder • rasputin's influence on alexandra
M83 Live at Richards on Richards, Vancouver
France's electronic upstart Anthony Gonzales and his band M83 proved that bigger sounds are best, during this November 26 stop on their North American tour.
m83 band • m83 anthony gonzales • m83 live • m83 vancouver • saturdays youth
France's electronic upstart Anthony Gonzales and his band M83 proved that bigger sounds are best, during this November 26 stop on their North American tour.
m83 band • m83 anthony gonzales • m83 live • m83 vancouver • saturdays youth
Peter the Great and the First Russian Navy
Peter I's lifelong efforts in creating a first class fleet enabled Russia, in part, to win the Great Northern War and earn him the title, Father of the Russian Navy.
peter the great and the russian navy • father of the russian navy • peter the great's military reforms • peter the great's modernization of russia • peter the great builds first russian fleet
Peter I's lifelong efforts in creating a first class fleet enabled Russia, in part, to win the Great Northern War and earn him the title, Father of the Russian Navy.
peter the great and the russian navy • father of the russian navy • peter the great's military reforms • peter the great's modernization of russia • peter the great builds first russian fleet
Romance of Nicholas and Alexandra
The romance between Nicholas II and Alexandra Fyodorovna would last all of their lives, even while Russia was suffering from the political turmoil of the Revolution.
romance of nicholas and alexandra • nicholas and alexandra • nicholas ii • alexandra fyodorovna • courtship of nicholas and alexandra
The romance between Nicholas II and Alexandra Fyodorovna would last all of their lives, even while Russia was suffering from the political turmoil of the Revolution.
romance of nicholas and alexandra • nicholas and alexandra • nicholas ii • alexandra fyodorovna • courtship of nicholas and alexandra
Romanov Claimants – Larissa Tudor
DNA has proved that there were no survivors of the Romanov massacre of 1918. Despite this, some believe that potential heirs to the Russian throne still exist.
romanov claimants • tatiana • grand duchess tatiana • larissa tudor • was larissa tudor grand duchess tatiana?
DNA has proved that there were no survivors of the Romanov massacre of 1918. Despite this, some believe that potential heirs to the Russian throne still exist.
romanov claimants • tatiana • grand duchess tatiana • larissa tudor • was larissa tudor grand duchess tatiana?
Was Anastasia Anna Anderson?
Anna Anderson claimed to be Grand Duchess Anastasia Romanov. Supporters say she was, indeed, the last Tsar's daughter. Others say she was a fraud.
anna anderson • anastasia romanov • franziska schanzkowska • tsar nicholas ii • dna testing
Anna Anderson claimed to be Grand Duchess Anastasia Romanov. Supporters say she was, indeed, the last Tsar's daughter. Others say she was a fraud.
anna anderson • anastasia romanov • franziska schanzkowska • tsar nicholas ii • dna testing
Was Anna Anderson Anastasia?
In 1920, a young woman was pulled out of the Landwehr Canal in Berlin after attempting suicide. Her identity was to become one of the most debated in history.
anna anderson • anastasia • grand duchess anastasia • romanov execution • franziska schanzkowska
In 1920, a young woman was pulled out of the Landwehr Canal in Berlin after attempting suicide. Her identity was to become one of the most debated in history.
anna anderson • anastasia • grand duchess anastasia • romanov execution • franziska schanzkowska
World War One and the Coming of the Next War
Short sighted diplomacy, revenge, and unrealistic reparations helped to fuel a political, military, and economic response to the terms of the 1919 Versailles Treaty.
world war one and the coming of world war ii • the versailles treaty and world war ii • impact of the versailles treaty on hitler and the • germany and the versailles treaty • versailles treaty and german war guilt
Short sighted diplomacy, revenge, and unrealistic reparations helped to fuel a political, military, and economic response to the terms of the 1919 Versailles Treaty.
world war one and the coming of world war ii • the versailles treaty and world war ii • impact of the versailles treaty on hitler and the • germany and the versailles treaty • versailles treaty and german war guilt
The Children of Grand Duke Louis IV of Hesse
Grand Duke Louise IV of Hesse and by Rhine and Princess Alice of Great Britain, Queen Victoria's daughter, had seven children, including Tsarina Alexandra of Russia.
grand duke louis iv of hesse and by rhine • princess alice of great britain • queen victoria • tsarina alexandra of russia • princess victoria of hesse and by rhine
Grand Duke Louise IV of Hesse and by Rhine and Princess Alice of Great Britain, Queen Victoria's daughter, had seven children, including Tsarina Alexandra of Russia.
grand duke louis iv of hesse and by rhine • princess alice of great britain • queen victoria • tsarina alexandra of russia • princess victoria of hesse and by rhine
The Children of Prince Alfred of Edinburgh
Prince Alfred of Edinburgh, Queen Victoria's son, and Grand Duchess Marie of Russia had five children, including the future Queen Marie of Romania.
prince alfred of edinburgh • grand duchess marie of russia • great britain • queen victoria • queen marie of romania
Prince Alfred of Edinburgh, Queen Victoria's son, and Grand Duchess Marie of Russia had five children, including the future Queen Marie of Romania.
prince alfred of edinburgh • grand duchess marie of russia • great britain • queen victoria • queen marie of romania
The Marriages of Five Princesses of Montenegro
Through the marriages of five daughters of King Nikola I of Montenegro, the Petrovic-Njegos dynasty was related to the royal houses of Serbia, Italy, Russia, and Germany.
montenegro • king nikola i • petrovic-njegos dynasty • princess zorka of montenegro • prince peter karadjordjevic
Through the marriages of five daughters of King Nikola I of Montenegro, the Petrovic-Njegos dynasty was related to the royal houses of Serbia, Italy, Russia, and Germany.
montenegro • king nikola i • petrovic-njegos dynasty • princess zorka of montenegro • prince peter karadjordjevic
Baby in the Palace - PART I
At last, Russia had an heir to its throne. Born in the midst of the turmoil that was the Russo-Japanese war, Aleksei Nikolaievich was indeed a ray of light -- a Sunbeam -- and the most anxiously awaited Baby in the Winter Palace. This is the first half of his life.
aleksei • aleksey • alexei • alexis • romanov
At last, Russia had an heir to its throne. Born in the midst of the turmoil that was the Russo-Japanese war, Aleksei Nikolaievich was indeed a ray of light -- a Sunbeam -- and the most anxiously awaited Baby in the Winter Palace. This is the first half of his life.
aleksei • aleksey • alexei • alexis • romanov
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