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Thread: Kalmykia #RussiaDecolonized
Today, we will explore the potential for the independence of the unique and culturally rich Republic of Kalmykia.
Today, we will explore the potential for the independence of the unique and culturally rich Republic of Kalmykia.
HISTORY
The history of Kalmykia dates back centuries. The Kalmyk people, who belong to the Oirat Mongols, originally lived in what is now Mongolia. In the 17th century, they migrated westward and settled in the territory that is now known as Kalmykia. /1
The history of Kalmykia dates back centuries. The Kalmyk people, who belong to the Oirat Mongols, originally lived in what is now Mongolia. In the 17th century, they migrated westward and settled in the territory that is now known as Kalmykia. /1
Later, they established cooperation with the Russian Tsardom. They protected Russian borders and, in return, gained access to nearby Russian markets. /2
Thread Sakha (Yakutia). #RussiaDecolonized
Today, we will discuss the potential for the independence of the vast and frigid republic of Sakha in Russia.
Today, we will discuss the potential for the independence of the vast and frigid republic of Sakha in Russia.
HISTORY
According to the prevailing theory, the Turkic Sakha people migrated northward in the 10th-15th centuries due to pressure from the Buryats, a Mongolic group. /1
According to the prevailing theory, the Turkic Sakha people migrated northward in the 10th-15th centuries due to pressure from the Buryats, a Mongolic group. /1
The Russian Tsardom began the conquest of western Siberia in the 16th century and gradually incorporated the region over a hundred years.
In the more remote areas, there was little resistance, and Russians would impose taxes on the local inhabitants. /2
In the more remote areas, there was little resistance, and Russians would impose taxes on the local inhabitants. /2
Mari El THREAD. #RussiaDecolonized
This is the fourth thread in a series where we analyze the potential for independence in various regions, taking into account their history, economy, and geography. Today, we explore Mari El.
This is the fourth thread in a series where we analyze the potential for independence in various regions, taking into account their history, economy, and geography. Today, we explore Mari El.
HISTORY:
The history of Mari El traces back to ancient times, with the Mari people belonging to the Finno-Ugric family. They settled in the region thousands of years ago, establishing a unique culture and way of life that continues to shape the area today. /1
The history of Mari El traces back to ancient times, with the Mari people belonging to the Finno-Ugric family. They settled in the region thousands of years ago, establishing a unique culture and way of life that continues to shape the area today. /1
In the 16th century, the Mari lands came under the rule of the Russian Tsardom. This occurred soon after Tatarstan fell during Ivan the Terrible's eastward expansion campaign. /2
Dagestan THREAD. #RussiaDecolonized
We discuss republics/regions in Russia and examine their potential to break up from Russia.
We discuss republics/regions in Russia and examine their potential to break up from Russia.
HISTORY
Dagestan's key location between Europe, Asia, and the Middle East shaped its importance in the medieval period. Arab, Mongol, Persian, and Khazar influences molded its political and cultural landscape, establishing Islam as the dominant religion for centuries. /1
Dagestan's key location between Europe, Asia, and the Middle East shaped its importance in the medieval period. Arab, Mongol, Persian, and Khazar influences molded its political and cultural landscape, establishing Islam as the dominant religion for centuries. /1
Since the 17th century, Dagestan witnessed conflicts among three empires in the Caucasus region: Russia, Persia, and the Ottoman Empire. However, none of these powers could establish long-lasting control over Dagestan until the end of the Russo-Persian War (1804-1813). /2
Tuva thread. #RussiaDecolonized
This is the second thread in the series. We talk about Russian regions and assess their potential for independence.
This is the second thread in the series. We talk about Russian regions and assess their potential for independence.
HISTORY
Tuva, a relatively new region within Russia, has a unique historical connection with Mongolia. The Tuvans share similarities in language, religion, and traditions with their Mongolian counterparts. /1
Tuva, a relatively new region within Russia, has a unique historical connection with Mongolia. The Tuvans share similarities in language, religion, and traditions with their Mongolian counterparts. /1
Historically, Tuva was not part of Russia until the Xinhai Revolution in China in 1912. Russia supported separatist and pro-independence movements among the Tuvans, leading to Tuva becoming a Russian protectorate known as Uryankhay Krai. /2
Someone reported a tweet where I called Russia an empire. I would like to show you why Russia IS an empire. Small thread⬇️
First, let's have a look at what an empire is. There are many definitions and characteristics, for example:
And Russia is:
Created by conquest ☑️
Very centralized ☑️
Center is rich and dominant ☑️
Consists of different ethnicities ☑️
Absolute ruler ☑️
Large army ☑️
Conquering other territories ☑️
Created by conquest ☑️
Very centralized ☑️
Center is rich and dominant ☑️
Consists of different ethnicities ☑️
Absolute ruler ☑️
Large army ☑️
Conquering other territories ☑️
Tatarstan THREAD. #RussiaDecolonized
This is the first thread in a series focusing on the potential independence of Russian regions. Our analysis examines their geography, history, and freedom movements to assess the likelihood of attaining autonomy.
This is the first thread in a series focusing on the potential independence of Russian regions. Our analysis examines their geography, history, and freedom movements to assess the likelihood of attaining autonomy.
HISTORY
Tatarstan was an independent Kazan Khanate since the 15th century when the Golden Horde fragmented. The territory of the Kazan Khanate included parts of other modern republics and regions such as the Chuvash Republic and Bashkortostan. /1
Tatarstan was an independent Kazan Khanate since the 15th century when the Golden Horde fragmented. The territory of the Kazan Khanate included parts of other modern republics and regions such as the Chuvash Republic and Bashkortostan. /1
In the 16th century, Ivan the Terrible, the Tsar of Russia, launched a military campaign against the Khanate of Kazan. After a prolonged siege, Kazan fell to Muscovy in 1552. The conquest resulted in the incorporation of Tatarstan into the Tsardom of Muscovy. /2
Important announcement
Today I will start a thread series
#RussiaDecolonized. I will write about each republic and estimate their chances of becoming free.
There are nations that fought for their freedom against Moscow and even declared independence in 1991. twitter.com/i/web/status/1…
Today I will start a thread series
#RussiaDecolonized. I will write about each republic and estimate their chances of becoming free.
There are nations that fought for their freedom against Moscow and even declared independence in 1991. twitter.com/i/web/status/1…
#Russia is an empire. An empire that has to be decolonized. So, please like, comment, and share the threads. I will post the first one about the Republic of Tatarstan very soon.
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