Alexander Iii / Pj 1894
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Alexander Iii / Pj 1894
ALEXANDER III Tsar of Russia (1881-94) on his deathbed, watched over by his wife
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1845 1881 1894 Alexander Death Bed I Ii Orthodox Priest Tsar Watched
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This poignant photograph captures a moment of profound sorrow and devotion as Tsar Alexander III of Russia (1845-1894) lies on his deathbed, surrounded by his loved ones in the Winter Palace in St. Petersburg, Russia, on November 1, 1894. The Tsar, who had ruled Russia since 1881, was suffering from a severe hemorrhage and was expected to die imminently. His wife, Empress Maria Feodorovna (1847-1928), sits by his side, holding his hand and offering him comfort in his final moments. The Tsar's personal physician, Dr. I.I. Pj, stands at the foot of the bed, looking intently at the Tsar with a concerned expression. The Orthodox priest, Father John, can be seen in the background, preparing to administer the last rites to the dying monarch. The room is filled with an air of solemnity and reverence, as the Tsar's inner circle gathers to pay their respects and bid farewell to their beloved leader. Alexander III's reign was marked by significant political and social changes in Russia, including the Great Reforms of 1861, which abolished serfdom and granted peasants greater freedoms. However, his authoritarian rule and conservative policies also led to widespread dissatisfaction among the populace. Despite the controversies of his reign, Alexander III is remembered as a strong and capable leader who helped lay the foundation for Russia's modernization and industrialization. This historic photograph offers a glimpse into a pivotal moment in Russian history, as the Tsar's inner circle gathers around him in his final hours, bearing witness to the end of an era and the beginning of a new one.
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