Chapter
The Life of Catherine the Great
08:20 - 12:59 (04:39)
Exploring the life of Catherine the Great, including her controversial rule as Empress of Russia and her role in expanding the Russian Empire.
Clips
Catherine the Great gave away 5 million hectares of Ukrainian land to Russian nobles who became essentially slave owners.
08:20 - 10:00 (01:39)
Summary
Catherine the Great gave away 5 million hectares of Ukrainian land to Russian nobles who became essentially slave owners. Despite her reputation as an enlightened leader, she ruled thousands of serfs with an iron fist.
ChapterThe Life of Catherine the Great
EpisodePart One: Nestor Makhno: Anarchist Warlord and Book Club Aficionado
PodcastBehind the Bastards
The Black Earth soil in Ukraine has made it the breadbasket of Europe, and a valuable resource to colonizers throughout history, resulting in long-standing conflicts over the land.
10:00 - 10:55 (00:54)
Summary
The Black Earth soil in Ukraine has made it the breadbasket of Europe, and a valuable resource to colonizers throughout history, resulting in long-standing conflicts over the land. Additionally, Ukraine produces a variety of goods, such as sausages and soups.
ChapterThe Life of Catherine the Great
EpisodePart One: Nestor Makhno: Anarchist Warlord and Book Club Aficionado
PodcastBehind the Bastards
The Tsar of Russia assigned land to retired officers and NCOs leading up to the Mennonite's arrival in Ukraine.
10:55 - 12:59 (02:04)
Summary
The Tsar of Russia assigned land to retired officers and NCOs leading up to the Mennonite's arrival in Ukraine. Catherine the Great then gave them land previously taken from indigenous tribespeople.