the russian and the adyghes relations problem of xix century in b.m. djimov"s works
The main conceptual provisions and the conclusions of B. M. Djimov on the problem of Russian-Adyghes relations in the XIX century are considered. The historian focuses on the ambiguity of the Adyghes’ mutual relationship of Russia and Turkey in his works. The main conclusion the scientist has made is that along despite all the contradictions and complexity of the Russian-Adyghes’ relations during the Caucasian War, the relationship of the Adyghes with their northern neighbour cannot be portrayed as a continuous military confrontation. The scientist shows the tsarist policy of conquest as well as the influence of the leading European powers on the situation in the North-West Caucasus.