Georgy Mikhailovich Romanov
Most members of the Romanov family, besides their duties as members of the imperial family, were actively engaged in various activities. Grand Duke Georgy Mikhailovich was a man of remarkable talents. Born on August 23, …
Maria Gavrilovna Savina
The Russian theatrical school has always been considered one of the best in the world, and before the revolution, Maria Gavrilovna Savina was its outstanding representative. She was born on April 11, 1854, in Kamianets-P…
Gilev Pyotr Ivanovich
Once, many foreign travelers noted that Russian bells have the most beautiful ringing: it is rich, melodic, and remarkably harmonious. The bells made by the Tyumen merchant Pyotr Ivanovich Gilev were especially valued. H…
Alexander Vasilyevich Krivoshein
One hundred years ago in Berlin, in exile, the Russian statesman Alexander Vasilyevich Krivoshein (July 19 [31], 1857, Warsaw, October 28, 1921) passed away.
"A rare combination: tact, will, endurance, caution, and at t…
Boris Nikolaevich Lisanovich
The life of Boris Nikolaevich Lisanovich could serve as the basis for an exciting film. He befriended kings, turned Nepal into a tourist destination, caught a man-eating tiger, and became one of the wealthiest people in …
Grigory Efimovich Ostroumov
Today we will tell you about an amazing person, Archbishop Grigory Ostroumov. He was a true ascetic of the Orthodox Church, the spiritual advisor of Grand Duchess Anastasia Mikhailovna, and the main inspirer of the const…
Mikhail Pavlovich Ryabushinsky
Today we will tell you about Mikhail Pavlovich Ryabushinsky, a representative of a famous merchant family, a large collector, and a generous patron. He was the father of the famous ballerina Tatyana Mikhailovna and the o…
Illarion Ivanovich Vorontsov-Dashkov
In the history of Russia, there have been many outstanding individuals, and today we will tell you about Count Illarion Ivanovich Vorontsov-Dashkov. He was a close friend of Emperor Alexander III, an exceptional statesma…
Mikhail Fyodorovich Romanov
The Romanov dynasty ruled Russia for 304 years. It included various rulers, but it was during their reign that Muscovy transformed into a vast Russian Empire, recognized worldwide. The history of the dynasty is full of c…
Details of the Reign of Alexei Mikhailovich the Quietest
Alexei Mikhailovich, the second tsar from the Romanov dynasty, was crowned on July 14 (24), 1645. At that time, the dynasty had not yet secured its position on the Russian throne. His reign coincided with the "time of tr…
