The Village of Kiev
In A.D. 880, Rurik’s successor, a man by the name of Prince Oleg conquered a small village known as Kiev. This village lied on the Dnieper River, which made it a great location for trade.
Using Kiev, Prince Oleg was eventually able to control important trade routes along the Dnieper River. Kiev quickly grew in power and wealth, becoming one of the most important cities in the region.
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No pessimist ever discovered the secret of the stars, or sailed to an uncharted lands, or opened a new doorway for the human spirit.
Helen Keller
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Roman coins have been dug up in America, suggesting that perhaps the Vikings or Columbus weren''t the first Europeans to visit the New World. The coins were found in locations as far afield as Texas, Venezuela and Maine.
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