Where did Russia come from? - Alex Gendler
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Russia is the biggest country in the world, spanning one-eighth of the earth’s landmass. But where did it all begin? Alex Gendler explores the epic history of the Kievan Rus, where characters ranging from Viking raiders and Western crusaders to Byzantine missionaries and Mongol hordes all played a role to create a unique civilization standing at the crossroads of culture and geography.
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Meet The Creators
- Educator Alex Gendler
- Director Draško Ivezić
- Composer Jure Buljević
- Narrator Addison Anderson