А45. Византийские кланы на Руси

The video explores the historical presence and influence of Byzantine clans in Russia, tracing three major incursions: the first in the 10th century, the second in the 11th, and a third during the reign of Sophia Palaiologina in the 15th century. It delves into Sophia Palaiologina’s background, her connection to the Pope, and her entourage’s role in Moscow, including the famed Byzantine bride’s court. The narrative also covers espionage activities by the Vatican in Ivan III’s Moscow, the clandestine travels of Venetian envoy Jean‑Baptiste Trevisan through Moscow, and the mystery surrounding the legendary library “Liberia.” Additionally, the video examines the two stages of the “Zoya” special operation, its signals and signs, the construction of the red‑brick Kremlin and its iconic “Swallow Tail” facades, and the claim that Moscow was envisioned as the Third Rome.