Mihael Volkonskiy

Mihael Volkonskiy

Writer and playwright (pseud. Mantsenilov), public figure.
Date of Birth: 07.05.1860
Country: Russia

Content:
  1. Early Life and Education
  2. Literary Career
  3. Political Activism
  4. Involvement in the Union of Russian People
  5. Participation in Right-Wing Publications
  6. Other Notable Activities

Early Life and Education

Prince Grigory Volkov-Muromsky was born into an ancient princely family tracing its lineage to Rurik. He graduated from the Imperial School of Jurisprudence.

Literary Career

Under the pseudonym "Manzenilov," Volkov-Muromsky gained renown as a prolific writer of historical novels and plays. His works, such as "Prince Nikita Fyodorovich" and "The Waltz Chain," were widely popular. His satirical opera "Vamuka, the African Princess" was a huge success with audiences.

Political Activism

Volkov-Muromsky actively participated in the right-monarchist movement. He was a member of the Russian Assembly Council and Chairman of the St. Petersburg Provincial Department of the Union of Russian People (SRN). In 1904, he was part of the SRN deputation that met with Emperor Nicholas II.

Involvement in the Union of Russian People

Volkov-Muromsky played a key role in the SRN, joining shortly after its formation. He addressed rallies, emphasized the Union's growing membership, and stressed its effectiveness in combating revolutionary forces.

Participation in Right-Wing Publications

Volkov-Muromsky contributed to various right-wing publications, including "Niva" (as an editor), "Novoye Vremya," "Vittova Plyaska," and its successors.

Other Notable Activities

Candidate for the State Duma in 1906
Editor of the SRN newspaper "Russkoye Znamya"
Delegate to the 3rd All-Russian Congress of Russian People (1906)
Participant in the Yaroslavl Conference of the SRN (1909)
Later Years

Following a split in the SRN, Volkov-Muromsky withdrew from active participation in monarchist organizations. His legacy as a writer, playwright, and political activist remains significant in the history of Russian conservatism.

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