Koknese Collection

Russian atrocities in Livonia in 1578. From Johann Jakob Wicks Sammlung von Nachrichten... Artist: Anonymous
Russian atrocities in Livonia in 1578. From Johann Jakob Wicks Sammlung von Nachrichten.... Found in the collection of Zentralbibliothek Zurich

Russian atrocities in Livonia on July and August 1577. From Johann Jakob Wicks Sammlung von Nachric Artist: Anonymous
Russian atrocities in Livonia on July and August 1577. From Johann Jakob Wicks Sammlung von Nachrichten.... Found in the collection of Zentralbibliothek Zurich

Latvia, Latgale Region, Daugava River Valley, Daugavpils, Russian Orthodox Church

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Latvia, Riga, Southeastern Latvia, Latgale Region, Daugava River Valley, Svente, farmhouse Date: 29/11/2006

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Latvia, Riga, Southeastern Latvia, Latgale Region, Daugava River Valley, Jekabpils, village houses on Daugava River Date: 29/11/2006

Ruins of the Koknese castle, 1847. Private Collection

The honoring for the victory in the Livonian war, 1558 (From the Illuminated Compiled Chronicle), Second half of the16th cen. Found in the Collection of Russian National Library, St. Petersburg

Siege of Reval by the Russians in 1578. From Johann Jakob Wicks Sammlung von Nachrichten... Artist: Anonymous
Siege of Reval by the Russians in 1578. From Johann Jakob Wicks Sammlung von Nachrichten.... Found in the collection of Zentralbibliothek Zurich

Latvia, Riga, Southeastern Latvia, Latgale Region, Daugava River Valley, Daugavpils, Russian Orthodox Church

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Koknese: A Tale of Russian Atrocities and Resilience Step into the historical realm of Koknese, a town in Latvia's Latgale Region that has witnessed both triumphs and tragedies throughout its existence. This captivating image takes us back to the year 1578 when Livonia was plagued by Russian atrocities during the Livonian War. The first hint reveals a chilling account from Johann Jakob Wicks Sammlung von Nachrichten, showcasing the horrors inflicted upon innocent lives. The anonymous artist skillfully captures the anguish and despair that engulfed this region in July and August 1577. Moving forward, we find ourselves standing before the majestic Russian Orthodox Church nestled in Daugavpils. Its presence serves as a reminder of Koknese's enduring spirit despite past tribulations. DDE-90036365 and DDE-90036364 offer glimpses into this architectural marvel, symbolizing faith amidst turmoil. As our journey through time continues, we stumble upon ruins that once formed the formidable Koknese castle in 1847. These remnants stand as silent witnesses to centuries-old conflicts but also reflect resilience against adversity. A significant moment unfolds before our eyes with "The Honoring for Victory in the Livonian War" depicted in an illuminated compiled chronicle dating back to 1558. It showcases how bravery prevailed even during times of great strife. Our exploration wouldn't be complete without acknowledging Tsar Ivan the Terrible's brutal reign over his rivals in Livonia during the 17th century. An anonymous artist masterfully portrays these torturous acts, reminding us of humanity's darkest chapters. Finally, we venture beyond Koknese itself towards Svente—a place where history intertwines with nature along Daugava River Valley—revealing yet another facet of this enchanting region. Koknese stands today as a testament to human endurance and determination—the scars left by Russian atrocities have healed, but the memories remain.