
Welcome to The Russian Chronicles
Between September and November of 1995, Gary Matoso and Lisa Dickey traveled across the vast Russian Federation and shared their journey with thousands of people across the World. Their dispatches tell an intimate and compelling story of Russians living on new frontiers of political, economic, and social freedom.
![]() In Their Words Everyday Russians talk about their hopes and dreams. |
![]() Daily Chronicles The day-to-day encounters, frustrations and delights. |
![]() Road Stories Photo essays depicting life in a nation yearning for change. |
| Trip at a Glance A quick update on where they were and where they were going next. |
Mailbox Selected email from some of the thousands who followed the journey. |
Russian Atlas Notes and Maps providing geographic, demographic and historic context. |