The year 1918 saw the end of a 300-year rule of one dynasty over Russia. The end of the Romanov family was bloody and gruesome, but their children’s suffering was extended, thanks to their bulletproof clothing. The Romanov family was massacred in 1918. Their children survived the hail of bullets because their clothes were lined …
10 reasons why Russians don’t smile much In the Russian communicative consciousness, there is a rule: the smile must be a genuine reflection of a good mood and a good relationship. For many centuries, everyday existence in Russia was a strenuous battle for survival; the life of the common Russian was grueling, and worry became …
The Extra Mustard Trivia Hour: When a Calendar Defeated Russia in the 1908 Olympics If you were to turn your calendar to January 7th, you’d likely see the words “Christmas (Eastern Orthodox)” or something similar on that date. To those of you who celebrate it, Merry Christmas! Everyone else, you’re probably wondering why there’s an …
