The Russians have Viking's blood in them.
That's why they are so fearless in war and stubborn as donkeys. https://twitter.com/HistoryofViking/status/1243855611177172992?s=20

Russians for 1000s of years have been able to combine features of many Nations. The first Kings of ancient Russia were Vikings. In Europe Vikings were kings also,but now Europ. countries have lost their heritage.
Russians were able to preserve their traditions and inner spirit.