Russian History Archives - Erin Minogue

Alexander Romanov: Tsar of Russia, Legacy, and Assassination

Alexander Romanov’s Life and Reign Alexander Romanov, also known as Alexander I, was born in Saint Petersburg, Russia, on December 12, 1777. He was the eldest son of Grand Duke Paul Petrovich and Grand Duchess Maria Feodorovna, and the grandson of Catherine the Great. Alexander’s early education was supervised by his grandmother, who instilled in … Read more

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