Alexander II of Russia
Emperor of Russia (1855–1881)
Married to Maria Alexandrovna · Parent of 1 · 2 recorded parents
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Biography
The 'Tsar-Liberator' who abolished serfdom in 1861. Despite his reforming legacy, he was assassinated by Narodnaya Volya revolutionaries in St. Petersburg, dying of his wounds the same day.
Alexander II of Russia occupies generation 8 of this recorded lineage one of the children of Nicholas I of Russia and Alexandra Feodorovna of Prussia, partner to Maria Alexandrovna, and parent of Alexander III of Russia. The title "Emperor of Russia (1855–1881)" reflects the public or family role associated with this profile.
Within the wider House of Romanov, this life forms part of a network spanning 8 recorded generations. The timeline and family snapshot below bring those connections together, while the full tree provides the broader historical context.
Milestones
Life timeline
29 April 1818
Born
The beginning of Alexander II of Russia's recorded life.
Family
Married Maria Alexandrovna
A partnership that connects two branches of the Romanov family.
Next generation
Family line continues
1 child recorded in this branch: Alexander III of Russia.
Legacy
Emperor of Russia (1855–1881)
A defining role in the story of the Romanov family.
13 March 1881
Died
The close of a life whose connections continue through the family record.
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Frequently asked questions
Who were Alexander II of Russia's parents?
Alexander II of Russia's parents were father Nicholas I of Russia and mother Alexandra Feodorovna of Prussia.
Who were Alexander II of Russia's children?
Alexander II of Russia had 1 child: Alexander III of Russia.
Who did Alexander II of Russia marry?
Alexander II of Russia was married to Maria Alexandrovna.
What family tree does Alexander II of Russia belong to?
Alexander II of Russia appears in the House of Romanov family tree on Lineage, where you can explore the full interactive genealogy chart.
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