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The Romanovs and the Imperial Hunt: Power, Ritual, and the Wild
In this episode of Fexingo History, Lucas and Luna explore the Romanov dynasty's relationship with hunting—a pastime that was far more than sport. From the medieval hunt of Tsar Alexei Mikhailovich, with its falconry and bear hunts, to the elaborate imperial hunts of Nicholas II at Spala and Białowieża, hunting served as a stage for power, diplomacy, and personal escape. They discuss the role of the imperial hunt masters, the construction of hunting lodges and reserves, and how hunting shaped Russian landscape and culture. Along the way, they touch on the famous 1900 hunt at…
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