The Secret Life of Grand Duchess Olga Nikolaevna

Grand Duchess Olga Nikolaevna of Russia, born on November 15, 1895, was the eldest daughter of Tsar Nicholas II and Empress Alexandra. As the firstborn of the last ruling Romanov family, Olga's life was steeped in the grandeur and expectations of Russian royalty. Her early years were marked by a privileged upbringing amidst the splendour of the Russian imperial court.
Olga was known for her intelligence, sensitivity, and deep compassion. During World War I, she served as a nurse alongside her mother and sister Tatiana, tending to wounded soldiers in military hospitals. The harrowing experiences of war and the immense pressures of her royal duties took a toll on her nerves, leading her to oversee administrative duties later.
Olga's future marriage was a topic of much speculation, with potential suitors including European royalty. Despite these prospects, she desired to marry a Russian and remain in her homeland. However, the political turmoil of the Russian Revolution shattered these hopes.
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⏱⏱TIMESTAMPS⏱⏱
0:00 - Introduction
3:05 - Early Years
6:01 - Family Life
9:22 - Grigori Rasputin
12:50 - Marriage Prospects
16:25 - Romances
19:44 - Adulthood & War

[@theresashadwell9060]

Wow Jon wow I have watched many hour long documentaries on the Romanov's as a whole and thought I was satisfied I had no idea we knew so much about them individually this was such a treat and so many photo's I've not seen and info marvelous I wish I could research like you Jon bravo thank you 🔥👏☕️😁

[@HistoryRoadshow]

Your appreciation means a lot to me! I'm thrilled that you found the information valuable. Thank you

[@einezcrespo2107]

Fantastic video Jon! Robert K Massie's book Nicholas and Alexandra had a funny anecdote about Olga. While reading Les Miserables under the guidance of Pierre Gilliard she came upon a certain French (Merde!) and underlined it. She asked her father what it meant since her tutor wasn't around. Nicholas II during a walk with the Gilliard commented "You are teaching my daughter a curious vocabulary, monsieur." Gilliard was embarrassed. Nicholas just smiled and said he understood what happened. Olga being a bit more exposed to the outside world than her younger sisters in her later years made her aware of the political temperature. Had her parents particularly her mother been not so frantic in trying to keep Alexei's illness a secret perhaps the family may have garnered a bit more sympathy. They lived an insular life that made them socially disconnected with reality. Olga sadly saw that too late.

[@HistoryRoadshow]

I appreciate you taking the time to share this story with me. It adds another layer of depth to the Romanov family's history. Thanks Einez

[@einezcrespo2107]

@@HistoryRoadshow You're welcome Jon! Ever since reading Robert K Massie's book decades ago I have been fascinated with The Romanovs. Interesting enough Massie wrote his book on Nicholas and Alexandra while researching about hemophilia which his son had.

[@leeannproctor2966]

​@@HistoryRoadshowthank you for giving Olga and her sisters their true natures back to life.

[@monicacall7532]

You hit a home run with this video. Please give us the rest of Czar Nicholas II’s family. Bravo!

[@HistoryRoadshow]

They're all coming to a screen near you over the next few weeks! Thank you

[@maryannbernal]

Another great video. Thanks so much for all your hard work. Keep the episodes coming.

[@HistoryRoadshow]

I'm glad you enjoyed the video! I'll definitely keep them coming.

[@ShelbyPater]

Another great video Jon! So well done. I never want them to end ❤😂❤😂❤. Thank you for all your hard work!

[@HistoryRoadshow]

Your support means the world to me! I appreciate you watching and commenting.

[@MichelleBruce-lo4oc]

Hi Jon, awesome live history video I enjoyed it. How are you doing? I'm doing well and so is my cat Benjamin. Have a great day see you next video 😊

[@HistoryRoadshow]

Thanks! You too!

[@HonestyandTruth-re7db]

Thank you Jon, a very well presented and informative video. All of the five Romanov children were interesting but usually the emphasis falls on Anastasia so it is appreciated that you are making videos about the other siblings.

[@HistoryRoadshow]

I'm glad you enjoyed the video and found it informative! I will be covering Anastasia in a couple of weeks.

[@leeannproctor2966]

Olga reminds me a bit of myself.

[@theresalaux5655]

Thanks!

[@HistoryRoadshow]

Thank you so much, Theresa. You're a star 🌟

[@zimmergameszimmerc6077]

Your next video should be Grand Duchess Charlotte of Luxembourg!!! please !!!

[@HistoryRoadshow]

Thank you for the suggestion! I'll definitely consider it for a future video.

[@helpinyerdasellavon]

Amazing video, Jon! Beautiful work as always. Thank you 💖

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Your support means a lot to me! Thank you for watching and appreciating the video Marie

[@trishphillips-johnson2500]

Incredible video, Jon!

[@HistoryRoadshow]

Thank you so much for your kind words Trish

[@LiamDeeley]

Great video! I love when you teach us about someone I didn’t know anything about.

[@HistoryRoadshow]

Thanks, Liam, much appreciated 😊

[@theresalaux5655]

Hi Liam! Nice to see you here again. Theresa

[@meeeka]

Do Anna Vyrubova, and even some of the others of the Tsarina's ladies in waiting. So many of her ladies were really the best clues we have into the tsarina's world.

[@meeeka]

Do Anna Vyrubova, and even some of the others of the Tsarina's ladies in waiting. So many of her ladies were really the best clues we have into the tsarina's world. Oh please.

[@theresalaux5655]

Wow excellent Jon! I loved this!😂

[@HistoryRoadshow]

Thank you Theresa 😊

[@meeeka]

One other thing: not widely known is that Ella and Sergei adopted the two children of Grand Duke Pavel, a son, Dimitri Pavelovich and daughter Marya Pavelevna, after their mother died. As Ella and Sergei had no children, they took on the education of these two children; by wide reportage, it wasn't a successful family relationship. I mean, Dimitry went on to murder Rasputin and have affairs with Felix. His sister Marya was 'rebellious' rushing into a bad Swedish marriage. She said that Ella was cold and couldn't replace her mother. Anyway, the relationships between the four, show an entirely different side of Romanov family life.

[@Richardsonprincess00]

To be continued... For Tatiana

[@plamenivanov92]

The so called "Golden Mitya" was actually Dmitry Malama an officer who earned Tatiana 's affections.I didn't know there was another Golden Mitya. Malama, apparently got this moniker, because of his blonde hair.

[@HistoryRoadshow]

Thanks for sharing that interesting tidbit about Dmitry Malama!

[@plamenivanov92]

There were even rumors of a morganatic marriage between Tatiana and Dmitry Malama, but to me that's nothing more than bolshevik smear campaign.

[@plamenivanov92]

@HistoryRoadshow There were rumors of a morganatic marriage between Tatiana and Dmitry Malama, but to me that's nothing more than bolshevik smear campaign.

[@conclavecabal.h0rriphic]

Chestnut blonde = light brown