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Legend
Lech, Czech and Rus is a founding legend of three Slavic brothers: the Poles (or Lechites), the Czechs, and the Rus'.
The three legendary brothers appear together in the Wielkopolska Chronicle, compiled in the early 14th century.
The legend states that the brothers, on a hunting trip, followed different prey and thus traveled (and settled) in different directions: Lech in the northwest, Czech in the west, and Rus' in the northeast.
Imenkovskaya culture
The Imenkovskaya culture (3rd–7th centuries AD), located in the Middle Volga and Lower Kama regions, is considered by some researchers to represent an early stage in the formation of Eastern Slavic identity. Imenkovite settlements were typically situated near rivers, composed of small semi-dugout dwellings arranged in clusters, likely reflecting extended family units. The population practiced cremation burials and produced distinct ceramics with combed and corded decoration. Some settlements show defensive structures, although most were unfortified. There are cultural and structural parallels with the Prague-Korchak culture further west, suggesting early Slavic cultural diffusion or shared origins. The Imenkovites resisted Avar expansion for a time but eventually declined and disappeared as the Hungarians (Magyars) moved into the region in the 9th century.
Samo’s State
Samo’s State (circa 623–658 CE) is recognized as the first known Slavic political union in Central Europe. It emerged as a federation of Slavic tribes who united to resist Avar oppression. The leader, Samo, was a Frankish merchant chosen by the Slavs after his military success against the Avars. His reign marked an important moment of early Slavic self-rule. Although Samo's State disintegrated after his death, it demonstrated the potential for political cohesion among Slavic groups and laid foundations for later state formations.
Lech, Czech and Rus is a founding legend of three Slavic brothers: the Poles (or Lechites), the Czechs, and the Rus'.
The three legendary brothers appear together in the Wielkopolska Chronicle, compiled in the early 14th century.
The legend states that the brothers, on a hunting trip, followed different prey and thus traveled (and settled) in different directions: Lech in the northwest, Czech in the west, and Rus' in the northeast.
Imenkovskaya culture
The Imenkovskaya culture (3rd–7th centuries AD), located in the Middle Volga and Lower Kama regions, is considered by some researchers to represent an early stage in the formation of Eastern Slavic identity. Imenkovite settlements were typically situated near rivers, composed of small semi-dugout dwellings arranged in clusters, likely reflecting extended family units. The population practiced cremation burials and produced distinct ceramics with combed and corded decoration. Some settlements show defensive structures, although most were unfortified. There are cultural and structural parallels with the Prague-Korchak culture further west, suggesting early Slavic cultural diffusion or shared origins. The Imenkovites resisted Avar expansion for a time but eventually declined and disappeared as the Hungarians (Magyars) moved into the region in the 9th century.
Samo’s State
Samo’s State (circa 623–658 CE) is recognized as the first known Slavic political union in Central Europe. It emerged as a federation of Slavic tribes who united to resist Avar oppression. The leader, Samo, was a Frankish merchant chosen by the Slavs after his military success against the Avars. His reign marked an important moment of early Slavic self-rule. Although Samo's State disintegrated after his death, it demonstrated the potential for political cohesion among Slavic groups and laid foundations for later state formations.
Great Moravia
Great Moravia (early 9th – early 10th century CE) was a powerful early Slavic kingdom encompassing parts of modern-day Czech Republic, Slovakia, Hungary, Austria, and southern Poland. Under rulers such as Rastislav and Svatopluk I, it became a major center of political and cultural influence. In 863, it welcomed Byzantine missionaries Cyril and Methodius, who introduced Christianity in the Slavic language and developed the Glagolitic script — a key milestone in Slavic literacy. Great Moravia played a critical role in the Christianization and unification of the Slavs before its decline due to Magyar (Hungarian) invasions around 906 CE.
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* R1a-YP1337 tree on FamilyTreeDNA
* R1a-YP1337 results on FamilyTreeDNA
Administrators
* Sasha Zezulinsky
alexander.zezulinsky@gmail.com
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A software developer, a father of 3 kids, a genealogy enthusiast
Branch YP1337>Y184194>BY30697>FT195153>BY62293>Y144599>FT271735>FT271739>Y144598>Y144586
Great Moravia (early 9th – early 10th century CE) was a powerful early Slavic kingdom encompassing parts of modern-day Czech Republic, Slovakia, Hungary, Austria, and southern Poland. Under rulers such as Rastislav and Svatopluk I, it became a major center of political and cultural influence. In 863, it welcomed Byzantine missionaries Cyril and Methodius, who introduced Christianity in the Slavic language and developed the Glagolitic script — a key milestone in Slavic literacy. Great Moravia played a critical role in the Christianization and unification of the Slavs before its decline due to Magyar (Hungarian) invasions around 906 CE.
Resources
* R1a-YP1337 tree on YFull
* R1a-YP1337 tree on Genetická genealogie
* R1a-YP1337 tree on FamilyTreeDNA
* R1a-YP1337 results on FamilyTreeDNA
Administrators
* Sasha Zezulinsky
alexander.zezulinsky@gmail.com
Based in Stockholm, Sweden
A software developer, a father of 3 kids, a genealogy enthusiast
Branch YP1337>Y184194>BY30697>FT195153>BY62293>Y144599>FT271735>FT271739>Y144598>Y144586