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Romanovs and the Russian Woodland Mystery
In this episode, we explore the deep cultural bond between the Romanov tsars and the forests of Russia. Lucas and Luna discuss how Peter the Great’s obsession with shipbuilding led to the creation of the Forestry Department and the strict enforcement of forest conservation laws. We examine the role of Ivan Betskoy in reforming estate management and the tragic fate of the last tsar’s private woods at Alexander Park. The conversation also touches on the spiritual significance of trees in Orthodox tradition, the use of timber in imperial architecture, and the ecological impact of…
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