What is a white émigré?

Q: What is a white émigré?


A: A white émigré is a political term used to describe Russian people who left Russia due to the Russian Revolution or Civil War.

Q: In which countries is the term used?


A: The term is used in France, the United States and the United Kingdom.

Q: Does the term only refer to those who left because of changes in government?


A: No, sometimes it can also be used to describe everyone who left Russia for any reason.

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