History of the Russian State

Main Ideas

• The history of Russia as a sequence of reigns and events, from ancient times to the end of the 18th century.
• The role of princes and tsars in the formation and development of the Russian state.
• The impact of foreign policy and wars on Russia's internal development.
• The significance of the Orthodox Church and religion in Russian society.
• The evolution of state governance and legislation in Russia.
• Social and economic changes in Russian society over the centuries.
• Cultural development and the influence of Western European culture on Russia.
• Patriotism and national identity as key elements of Russian history.