Псков / Pskov in the 1970’s

Псков в 1970-х Pskov in the 1970’s Pskov is one of the oldest cities in Russia, reputedly dating as far back as 903AD. The first prince of Pskov was Vladimir the Great’s youngest son Sudislav. In 1241, it was taken by the Teutonic Knights, but Alexander Nevsky recaptured it several months later. During the 14th century, being at the crossroads between Europe and the western outpost European Russia, the city joined the Hanseatic League. By the 15th century Pskov became part of the Duchy of Moscow. Under Soviet government, large parts of the city were rebuilt, many ancient buildings, particularly churches, were demolished to give space for new constructions. Despite this, Pskov has retained much of its medieval walls, built in the13th century, a magnificent Kremlin and an awe inspiring Cathedral of the Trinity that had been almost titallly destroyed during the Great Patriotic War......... Music by Tatiana Burtseva