The changing nature of Viking (Rus) trade and settlement in Russia from c.750 (OCR GCSE History A (Explaining the Modern World)): Flashcards
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What were the two main trade routes for Vikings in Russia?
What were the two main trade routes for Vikings in Russia?
Dnieper to the Black Sea and Volga to the Caspian Sea.
What were the Vikings called by the Slavs?
What were the Vikings called by the Slavs?
They were called Rus by the Slavs.
Who provided early evidence of Vikings in Russia?
Who provided early evidence of Vikings in Russia?
Bishop Anskar of Hamburg in 850 AD.
What type of traders initially settled in Russia?
What type of traders initially settled in Russia?
Armed traders who sought goods and established centres.
Which river system did Vikings use for trade to Byzantium?
Which river system did Vikings use for trade to Byzantium?
The Varangian Way via the Baltic Sea.
What did the Rus begin to do by 859?
What did the Rus begin to do by 859?
They began taxing the Slavs and Finns.
What items did Vikings collect as tribute from Slavs?
What items did Vikings collect as tribute from Slavs?
Usually furs and slaves.
What challenges did Viking traders face in Russia?
What challenges did Viking traders face in Russia?
Hostile tribes like Krivichi and Pechenegs.
What privileges did Varangian traders have in Byzantium?
What privileges did Varangian traders have in Byzantium?
They enjoyed trade protection and logistical support.
What did traders have to do before entering Byzantine cities?
What did traders have to do before entering Byzantine cities?
Register their name and enter unarmed.