Tag Archives: Ivan the Terrible

November 16, 1581

On November 16, 1581, crazy Russian Tsar, Ivan the Terrible, grew angry and physically assaulted his daughter-in-law, Yelena Sheremeteva, for wearing ‘unconventionally’ light clothing. Ivan’s son and heir, Ivan Ivanovich heard… Continue reading

Posted in 16th Century, Historical Facts | Tagged , , , , , | Leave a comment