Russian émigré

A Russian émigré is a person who has left Russia to settle elsewhere, often due to political, social, or economic reasons. Historically, many Russians emigrated during events like the Russian Revolution of 1917 or later political upheavals, seeking safety or new opportunities abroad. These individuals often maintained their cultural identity while integrating into their new countries. The term can refer to both historical and contemporary populations of Russians living outside Russia, forming distinct communities that preserve their language, customs, and traditions while adapting to their host countries.