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Tsar Alexander III and family
Tsar Alexander III (1845-1894) at the Livadia Palace, Yalta with his family. From left; the Tsarevich Nicholas (later Tsar Nicholas II), Grand Prince Georgi Alexandrovich, Tsaritsa Maria Feodorovna, Grand Princess Olga, Grand Prince Mikhail (seated) and Grand Princess Xenia (Ksenia). The Livadia Palace was the summer retreat of the Russian tsars, built by Tsar Alexander II for his consumptive wife. Tsar Alexander III died of kidney disease at Livadia in 1894
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1845 1893 1894 Alexander Alexandrovich Died Disease Feodorovna Georgi I Ii Kidney Livadia Maria Mikhail Nicholas Olga Retreat Tsar Tsarevich Tsaritsa Tsars Xenia Yalta Ksenia
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1. Title: "Tsar Alexander III and His Family at the Livadia Palace, Yalta (1893)" This evocative photograph captures Tsar Alexander III (1845-1894) and his family during a tranquil moment at their summer retreat, the Livadia Palace in Yalta. The Tsar is seated with his wife, Tsaritsa Maria Feodorovna (1847-1928), and their children: Tsarevich Nicholas II (1868-1918), Grand Prince Georgi Alexandrovich (1871-1938), Grand Princess Olga (1882-1960), Grand Prince Mikhail (1878-1918), and Grand Princess Xenia (1875-1960). The Livadia Palace, built by Tsar Alexander II (1811-1881) in 1891 for his consumptive wife, Elisabeth, served as the summer residence of the Russian tsars. The serene image belies the underlying tensions and challenges that the Romanov family faced during this period. Tsar Alexander III, who succeeded his father in 1881, was known for his conservative and authoritarian rule, while his son, Tsarevich Nicholas II, would eventually lead the country into the tumultuous events of the Russian Revolution. Tragically, Tsar Alexander III died of kidney disease at Livadia Palace in November 1894, leaving his family in mourning and setting the stage for the complex and ultimately tragic reign of his son. This poignant photograph serves as a testament to the personal lives of the Romanovs, offering a glimpse into their history and the opulence of their imperial lifestyle. The Livadia Palace, with its stunning gardens and breathtaking views of the Black Sea, continues to be a popular tourist destination and a reminder of the rich history of the Russian Empire. This photograph, taken in 1893, captures a brief yet significant moment in the lives of the Romanov family, forever etched in history.
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