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Vasilisa VolohovMother of Tsarevich Dmitry of Uglich, son of Ivan the Terrible
Date of Birth: 15.05.1591
Country:  Dive |
Content:
- Vasilisa Volokhova: The Nursemaid of Tsarevich Dmitry
- The Alleged Murder of Tsarevich Dmitry
- Historical Scrutiny and Controversy
Vasilisa Volokhova: The Nursemaid of Tsarevich Dmitry
Vasilisa Volokhova served as the nursemaid (mamka) to Tsarevich Dmitry Uglichsky, the son of Ivan the Terrible. Erroneously referred to as Maria in the "New Chronicler," her true identity has been confirmed.
The Alleged Murder of Tsarevich Dmitry
According to the official narrative of the Romanov dynasty, Volokhova played a pivotal role in the murder of Tsarevich Dmitry on May 15, 1591. Under the guise of a stroll, she allegedly lured the prince outside where assassins awaited. While the public retaliated by killing her son, Osip, Volokhova herself remained unharmed.
Historical Scrutiny and Controversy
Modern historians have extensively challenged the veracity of the murder itself, casting doubt on Boris Godunov's complicity. Scholars such as Vasily Klyuchevsky and Sergei Platonov have questioned the evidence and suggested alternative scenarios. As a result, the truth surrounding the events of that fateful day remains shrouded in mystery.
