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Jan. 16, 1547: Ivan the Terrible: Russia’s First Tsar


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On January 16, 1547, Ivan IV—better known to history as Ivan the Terrible—was crowned as the first Tsar of All Russia. His coronation marked a major shift in Russian history, signaling the start of an empire that would endure for centuries. Join us as we delve into the story of Ivan’s rise to power, his vision for Russia, and the fearsome legacy that earned him his infamous nickname.

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