The Death of Ivan Ilyich and Other Stories · Character
Ermák Timoféich
A legendary Cossack ataman who conquered Siberia for Russia.
minor
Also known as Ermák
First appearance: Ermák
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The fierce Cossack ataman, hired by the Stroganóvs to lead the expedition against King Kuchum.
Ermák Timoféich first appears in 0034 erm k.
In Ermák: The fierce Cossack ataman, hired by the Stroganóvs to lead the expedition against King Kuchum. He rallies his men, leads the conquest, and meets his end in a Tartar ambush.
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