Askold Collection

The Death of Askold and Dir, . Found in the Collection of Russian State Library, Moscow

Askold and Dir asked by Rurik for a permission to go to Constantinople (from the Radziwill Chronicle), 15th century. Found in the collection of the Library of the Russian Academy of Sciences, St

HIMS Askold
Imperial Russian Navy - HIMS Askold, a protected cruiser. This ship was notable for having five funnels and its high turn of speed

Russian protected cruiser Askold, launched in 1900 Date: early 20th century

The Death of Askold and Dir, 1832. Private Collection

The destruction of the Rus fleet at Constantinople, 1832. Private Collection

The Death of Askold and Dir, before 1839. Artist: Bruni, Fyodor Antonovich (1800-1875)
The Death of Askold and Dir, before 1839. Found in the collection of the Russian National Library, St. Petersburg

The destruction of the Rus fleet at Constantinople, before 1839. Artist: Bruni, Fyodor Antonovich (1800-1875)
The destruction of the Rus fleet at Constantinople, before 1839. Found in the collection of the Russian National Library, St. Petersburg

Allied warships, Dardanelles, February 1915, WW1
Allied warships which took part in the bombardment of the Dardanelles in February 1915. They are: HMS Dublin, Euryalus, Cornwallis, Amethyst, Sapphire, Vengeance, Lord Nelson, Implacable, Agamemnon

Kiev - Saint Sophia, Askolds Grave, Khmelnytsk statue
Cathedral of Saint Sophia, the Statue of Bohdan Khmelnytsky and Askolds Grave (a historical park on the steep right bank of the Dnieper River) - Kiev, Ukraine. Date: circa 1898

Russian Cruiser WWI
Russian Cruiser Askold which was nicknamed a Packet of Woodbines, on account of its five funnels, in service during World War I

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Askold, a name that echoes through history, carries with it tales of bravery and tragedy. From the HIMS Askold, a Russian protected cruiser that sailed the seas in the early 20th century, to the legendary figures and Dir asked by Rurik for permission to journey to Constantinople in ancient times. The Death and Dir has been depicted by various artists throughout history, capturing the somber moment when these noble warriors met their untimely demise. Anonymous artists from the 15th century portrayed this tragic event with great emotion and detail. In later years, artist Bruni took on this historical theme as well. His renditions of The Death and Dir before 1839 showcase his talent in conveying both sorrow and heroism. Similarly, he captured The destruction of the Rus fleet at Constantinople before 1839 with vivid imagery that leaves a lasting impression. Fast forward to World War I when Allied warships gathered near Dardanelles in February 1915. Among them was a Russian Cruiser bearing the name Askold - an homage to its predecessors who had sailed before it. Even beyond naval battles and warfare lies another connection to Askold's legacy. In Kiev stands Saint Sophia where one can find not only Khmelnytsk statue but also Askolds Grave - a testament to his significance in Ukrainian folklore. Through centuries past, present-day Russia still remembers its maritime heritage with pride. The name "Askold" continues to evoke memories of valiant sailors who braved treacherous waters during WWI aboard their mighty cruiser. From ancient legends etched into chronicles to modern-day tributes standing tall amidst architectural marvels – all serve as reminders that even though time may pass, stories like those surrounding "Askold" will forever be engraved upon our collective memory.