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Jogaila, or Jagiello, was Grand Duke of Lithuania and King of Poland. He joined both countries against the Teutonic Knights and produced an heir to succeed him as ruler. more...
Casimir III, or Casimir the Great, was a Polish king who expanded medieval Poland, strengthened government, and left an indelible mark on Poland's history. more...
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Born in St. Petersburg in 1899, Vladimir Nabokov was comfortable using Russian and English at an early age. He made contributions to literature in both languages. more...
Alexander III - Emperor of Russia
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Alexander Romanov, or Alexander III, was Emperor of Russia from 1881 to 1894. He was responsible for repressive policies and was the father of Nicholas II. more...
Characters in Crime and Punishment
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There are many characters in 'Crime and Punishment,' each with a different role to play. Raskolnikov encounters both evil and good characters in Dostoevsky's novel. more...
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The Original Potemkin Villages
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The Warsaw Uprising of August 1944
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Frank W. Hardy
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Mark Resnicoff
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Cyril, Methodius, and Cyrillic
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