Anna Vyrubova

Russian author and memoirist

Anna Vyrubova - Russian author and memoirist
Born

July 16th, 1884
141 years ago

Died

1964
61 years ago — 80 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

Russia

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Born in 1884, this individual became a prominent writer and close confidante of Tsarina Alexandra of Russia. She authored several works reflecting her experiences in the imperial court, with particular focus on the last days of the Romanov dynasty. Her memoirs provide unique insights into the social and political climate of early 20th-century Russia. After the Russian Revolution, this individual lived in exile and continued to write, contributing to the understanding of Russian history and culture during a tumultuous period.

Authored 'Memories of the Russian Court'

Served as a lady-in-waiting to Tsarina Alexandra

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