The Cossack Hetmanate: A Flame of Ukrainian Autonomy
In the tumultuous 17th and 18th centuries, amidst the sprawling empires of Eastern Europe, a unique bastion of autonomy flickered into existence: the Cossack Hetmanate. This wasn’t just a military force; it was a nascent state, a testament to Ukrainian aspirations for self-determination, forged in the crucible of constant conflict. The story begins with the … Read more