The relative rise of Russia 's power in comparison to that of Austria during the 19th century also played a role in such feelings .
Many proponents of Ruthenianism became disenchanted with Austria and linked themselves with the giant and powerful Russian state .
The relative rise of Russian 's power in comparison to that of Austria during the 19th century also played a role in such feelings .
Many proponents of Ruthenianism became disenchanted with Austria and linked themselves with the giant and powerful Russian state .