Birthday: April 29, 1818 (Taurus)
Born In: Moscow, Russia
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Also Known As: Alexander Nikolaevich Romanov
Died At Age: 62
Spouse/Ex-: Catherine Dolgorukov (m. 1880–1881), Maria Alexandrovna (m. 1841–1880)
father: Nicholas I of Russia
mother: Alexandra Feodorovna (Charlotte of Prussia)
siblings: Alexis Pashkine, Grand Duchess Alexandra Nikolaevna of Russia, Grand Duchess Elizabeth Nicholaevna of Russia, Grand Duke Konstantin Nikolayevich of Russia, Grand Duke Michael Nikolaevich of Russia, Grand Duke Nicholas Nikolaevich of Russia, Olga Carlovna Albrecht, Olga Nikolaevna of Russia, Youzia Koberwein
children: Alexander III of Russia, Antoinette Bayer, Boris Alexandrovich Yurievsky, Catherine Yurievskaya, Charlotte Henriette Sophie Jansen, Grand Duchess Alexandra Alexandrovna of Russia, Grand Duchess Maria Alexandrovna of Russia, Grand Duke Alexei Alexandrovich of Russia, Grand Duke Paul Alexandrovich of Russia, Grand Duke Sergei Alexandrovich of Russia, Grand Duke Vladimir Alexandrovich of Russia, Joseph Raboxicz, Michael-Bogdan Oginski, Nicholas Alexandrovich, Olga Yurievskaya, Prince George Alexandrovich Yuryevsky
place of death: Saint Petersburg, Russia
Cause of Death: Assassination
City: Moscow, Russia
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Alexander II of Russia abolished serfdom in 1861 through the Emancipation Manifesto.
Alexander II of Russia implemented numerous reforms, including the abolition of serfdom, judicial reforms, military reforms, and local government reforms.
The assassination attempt on Alexander II of Russia in 1866 resulted in the introduction of repressive measures and a shift towards a more conservative stance.
Alexander II of Russia contributed to the modernization of Russia through various reforms aimed at modernizing the economy, military, and administration of the country.
The assassination of Alexander II of Russia in 1881 marked the end of the era of reform and led to a period of increased repression and political stagnation in Russia.
Alexander II of Russia was known for his progressive reforms, including the emancipation of the serfs in 1861, which was a significant step towards modernizing Russia.
He was a lover of music and often invited famous composers like Franz Liszt and Richard Wagner to perform at the Imperial Court.
Alexander II was an early advocate for the construction of the Trans-Siberian Railway, recognizing its importance in connecting distant parts of the Russian Empire.
He had a keen interest in technology and innovation, supporting the development of new inventions and industrial projects during his reign.
Despite being a powerful monarch, Alexander II was known for his humility and approachability, often engaging with common people and listening to their concerns.
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