Raznochinets A.I. DOBROSMYSLOV – on guard of social conscience and “Correct Colonialism”

Abstract

The article analyzes the activities of A.I. Dobrosmyslov, in the process of formation and development of the imperial veterinary service in the steppe, taking into account the peculiarities of regional development in the second half of the 19th century. Particular attention is paid to the social origin and socio-political views of A.I. Dobrosmyslov, who stood at the origins of the creation of the veterinary service in the Turgai region. Presented in the article activity and work of A.I. Dobrosmyslov viewed in line with the formation of the ideology of raznochinetss` intelligentsia, who puts productive hard work and social responsibility at the basis of its life and work. In this regard, it affected resolving the issue of organizing veterinary affairs in the steppe, as a project of “correct colonization”. His activities were often aimed at a critical attitude towards the conditions for fulfilling the assigned tasks and the veterinary service. Making attempts to “correctly” solve the request of the central government, based on his concern, caution, and attentiveness to his work, where due to the unfamiliarity or ignorance of the interested parties with the local conditions of cattle-breeding and livestock industry, could impede the further development of veterinary in the Steppe.

Key words: veterinary service, correct colonization, raznochintsy, intelligent, Turgai region.