Varangians, who were Norse warriors and traders, arriving in the region in the 9th century and establishing trade routes and settlements in the area. These Varangians later played a significant role in the early history of Kievan Rus, serving as military allies and rulers.
Varangians, who were Norse warriors and traders, arriving in the region in the 9th century and establishing trade routes and settlements in the area. These Varangians later played a significant role in the early history of Kievan Rus, serving as military allies and rulers.