Alexander Pushkin was born on 26 May (June 6) in 1799 in Moscow, the German settlement. Birth future genius had on Ascension Day. In addition, on the same day was born granddaughter of Emperor Paul, so that the birth of Alexander Pushkin noted the general rejoicing and festivities. Father Alexander, Sergei, was a retired major. Pushkin's mother, Hope Osipovna nee Hannibal, accounted for her husband second cousin. She had three children: Alexander Sergeyevich were brother Leo and sister Olga. Pushkin family belongs to the most educated part of society, and in their home gathered poets, artists and musicians. Future great poet was born in the era of gallomanii - all high society spoke in French, children hired tutors and French. Alexander Pushkin was no exception - his primary education engaged the Frenchman. Also participated in the education of my grandmother Maria A. Hannibal and nurse Arina.
Father Alexander, Sergei, was a retired major.
Pushkin's mother, Hope Osipovna nee Hannibal, accounted for her husband second cousin. She had three children: Alexander Sergeyevich were brother Leo and sister Olga.
Pushkin family belongs to the most educated part of society, and in their home gathered poets, artists and musicians. Future great poet was born in the era of gallomanii - all high society spoke in French, children hired tutors and French. Alexander Pushkin was no exception - his primary education engaged the Frenchman. Also participated in the education of my grandmother Maria A. Hannibal and nurse Arina.