The kingdom of Kievan Russia first emerged as a consequence of

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Kievan Rus', the first East Slavic state, emerged largely through the activities of Scandinavian (Varangian) traders and warriors, who were often referred to as Vikings. These Norse adventurers sailed the rivers of Eastern Europe, trading, raiding, and eventually establishing control over the Slavic tribes in the region, laying the foundation for what would become Kievan Rus'.

The Kingdom of Kievan Russia First Emerged as a Consequence