Article written in Russian examines the history of the Cossacks in medieval Russia as told in folk tales and chronicles.

Features illustrations and a history of Ukrainian innovation in prehistoric times. Find out about unique jewelry, clothing and utensils.

Briefly reports on the archaeological and historical significance of this old Russian settlement town near Chelyabinsk.

Section from the Library of Congress's country study of Russia speculates on the native dwellers of the region and the origins of the Slavs.

Describes the 5th century BC nomadic tribes of present day southwestern Russia.

Academic article from the Journal "Essays in Medieval Studies" reports on leadership among the Slavs during the sixth and seventh centuries.