Grace is a Modern European historian, editor, and contributing writer specializing in 19th and 20th-century European history, with a focus on Eastern Europe, Russia, and Ukraine. She holds a Master of Arts in History from Liberty University and studied Russian linguistics at the University of Oxford. Her thesis explored the unrecognized Kuban Cossack state’s anti-Soviet resistance, fight for autonomy, and connection to agrarian revolutionary movements in Ukraine. Her research interests include Imperial Russia, World War I and II, the Russian and Ukrainian Revolutions, peasant resistance, ethnic minorities, and political and cultural life during the Cold War. Her work has appeared on National Public Radio (NPR) and in the Journal of Russian American Studies. She is a member of Phi Alpha Theta, the American Historical Association, and the Association for Slavic, East European, and Eurasian Studies.
Education
MA History — Liberty University, 2020
Areas of Expertise
The Life of Pyotr Wrangel, the Legendary “Black Baron” of Russia
The Soviets wrote songs about him. They may also have poisoned him. Discover Pyotr Wrangel, the legendary “Black Baron” who proved a formidable foe to the Bolsheviks.
What Was Russian Serfdom?
Russia entered the feudal system as Europe left it. Serfdom in Russia bound peasants to the land and increased state control. Its abolition had a significant historical impact.
5 UNESCO Sites in Ukraine That Represent Thousands of Years of History
Ukraine is home to eight UNESCO World Heritage sites. Packed with ancient culture and stunning landscapes, these sites represent a thousand years of Ukrainian history.
5 Cold War Female Spies You Never Heard Of
Female espionage is often synonymous with sexpionage in popular culture. Discover how these Cold War spies slipped under the radar as writers, entertainers, and homemakers.
Colony of Sagallo: How a Self-Styled Cossack Tried to Conquer Africa
When a freebooting Cossack sold a grand adventure to the Tsar, the expedition became a diplomatic disaster and a little-known footnote in the “scramble for Africa.”
8 Lost Treasures of the Romanovs
Many priceless jewels vanished during the Russian Revolution. After the Soviets auctioned off heaps of valuables during the 1920s, many treasures were never seen again.
10 Must-See Castles in the Baltic North
Skip the crowds on your next European visit with these underrated Baltic castles packed with tourist appeal.
What Was Coco Chanel’s “Slavic Period”?
After WWI, French designer Coco Chanel entered a romance with a Russian grand duke. Here’s how a lost culture inspired Chanel’s new fashion period.
5 Ways White Russian Émigrés Influenced French Culture
The Russian Revolution caused a massive refugee crisis in 1920s Europe. Here’s how anti-Soviet émigrés impacted French culture from the Jazz Age to WWII.
3 Fun Facts About the Iconic Ciniselli Circus
The Ciniselli Circus acted as a major form of popular entertainment in 19th century Russia. Its accessible nature brought people from every social class together.
9 Russian & Soviet Artists Who Influenced Ballet
If you know Swan Lake, you’ve probably heard of the Bolshoi Ballet. From tsarist stars to Soviet defectors, discover these famous Russian & Soviet dancers who influenced ballet.
A Guide to 5 Virtual Russian Museums for Art & History Lovers
Russia is home to thriving metropolises like Moscow and St. Petersburg that house some of the world’s most stunning art, artifacts, and architecture.