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Ivan the Terrible's Brutal Legacy in Russian Education
- Olga Koch recalls learning about Ivan the Terrible in school, primarily through Repin's painting of Ivan killing his son.
- This vivid image is often the first thing Russian children associate with Ivan, highlighting his brutal reputation.
Ivan's Cruel Pranks
- As a teenager, Ivan enjoyed cruel pranks like throwing animals off buildings.
- He also reportedly rode around on his horse and beat up peasants, demonstrating his early cruelty.
Ivan's Early Interest in Science
- Ivan the Terrible was a learned man with interests in science and anatomy, even dissecting animals.
- Later in life, his interest in body parts took a grimmer turn, foreshadowing his violent acts.