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Igor of Kiev

?–945 · 10th century · Also known as Igor I of Kiev

Igor was the ruler of Kievan Rus' from about 912 to 945, called in the Primary Chronicle the son of Rurik. He led raids on Constantinople in 941 and 944, the first ending in defeat by Greek fire, and concluded a trade treaty with the Byzantine Empire. In 945 he was killed by the Drevlians when he tried to collect a second tribute from them.

Igor of Kiev
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DrevliansKievan Rus'

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