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Writing (and Rewriting) Russian History

On the Media

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The Fabrication of Unity: Historical Myths of Ukraine and Russia

This chapter explores the historical narrative of unity between Ukraine and Russia, beginning with a German monk's 17th-century document that altered the perception of Kievan Rus. It examines the lineage that this text created, its profound influence on Russian historiography, and its surprising support from key historical figures.

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