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There Has Always Been a Ukraine – Part III

Posted on May 28, 2020 by yalensis

Dear Readers: Today continuing my review of this piece from RIA Novosti.  We saw the origins of the grandiose version of Ukrainian history, namely the “moderate nationalism” of ethnic ferment in the Austro-Hungarian Empire; and then encouraged in the multi-ethnic … Continue reading →

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Svidomite Etymology: Today’s Cheap Shot

Posted on February 12, 2017 by yalensis

Dear Readers: Among the Russophile community there is an super-fun hobby, which is to make fun of Ukrainian nationalists (aka “Svidomites”) and their propensity to ascribe ancient heritage to themselves.  Depending who you read, Ukrainians have been around since Adam … Continue reading →

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