Died 0879-01-01.
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Rurik
Rurik was a Varangian chieftain of the Rus' who, according to tradition, was invited to reign in Novgorod in the year 862. The Primary Chronicle states that Rurik was succeeded by his kinsman Oleg who was regent for his infant son Igor.
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politics · Varangian chieftain of the Rus' · monarch · also Rurik, Riurik, Roderick, Ryurik
Born 0830 · Died 1 January 0879 · Q7990
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Career landmark: Grand Prince of Novgorod (0862–0879).
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Born 0830.
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