For Catherine the Great, jewelry was about much more than adornment. The formidable Russian empress - who reigned from 1762 to 1796 after overthrowing her own husband, Peter III - understood that ...

In 1762 Catherine's husband became Tsar Peter III but he was soon overthrown with Catherine being declared empress ... by Peter the Great. During her reign she extended the Russian empire ...

The upcoming release of Civilization VII has sparked controversy online, particularly regarding the inclusion of Russian ...

The Arts Society Marina Alta (TASMA), cordially invite guests to join the Court of Empress Catherine II and explore the ...

Firaxis Games revealed the Russian faction in Civilization 7 led by Empress Catherine the Great. The abilities presented are Prosveshchenie, Dusha, Ge ...

THE HERMITAGE MUSEUM, founded 260 years ago by Russian Empress Catherine the Great, contains one of the most impressive collections of art and historical artifacts in the world. (photo credit ...

For Catherine the Great, jewelry was about much more than adornment. The formidable Russian empress — who reigned from 1762 to 1796 after overthrowing her own husband, Peter III — understood ...

Often referred to as the “Russian Hamlet”, Paul is a tortured figure who struggles to cope with his father’s death and his mother’s new lovers. Taken from Catherine at birth and raised by his great ...