Siverians

Siverians were a Slavic tribe who inhabited the region of northeastern Bohemia and northwestern Moravia in what is now the Czech Republic. Their territory was located roughly between the rivers Vltava and Morava, and they are believed to have been one of the earliest Slavic groups to settle in this area. Historical sources regarding the Siverians are scarce, with most information coming from archaeological findings and indirect references in early medieval chronicles.

The name "Siverians" itself appears in some of these early texts, though their exact origins and the meaning of their name are debated among historians. Archaeological evidence, such as burial sites and settlements, indicates a distinct cultural identity. These findings suggest a settled agricultural society with established trade routes.

Their existence is primarily noted in connection with the formation of the Great Moravian Empire in the 9th century. The Siverians, along with other local tribes, were likely incorporated into this larger political entity. The relationship between the Siverians and the dominant Moravian rulers is not clearly documented, but their territory would have been part of the Moravian state. Following the decline of Great Moravia, the Siverian lands eventually became integrated into the emerging Bohemian state. Over time, the distinct identity of the Siverians faded as they assimilated into the broader Czech population, and their name largely disappeared from historical records.