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Russian Tsar

Definition

A Russian Tsar refers to the ruler or monarch of Russia. The title of Tsar was used from the 16th century until the early 20th century, when it was replaced by the title of Emperor.

Related terms

Peter the Great: Peter the Great was a famous Russian Tsar who modernized Russia and built St Petersburg in an effort to make it more like Western Europe.

Catherine the Great: Catherine the Great was another prominent Russian Tsar who expanded Russia's territory and implemented various reforms during her reign.

Ivan the Terrible: Ivan IV, also known as Ivan the Terrible, was an influential but controversial Russian Tsar who centralized power and expanded Russia's territories through conquests.

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Which Russian Tsar modernized Russia and built St Petersburg in an effort to make it more like Western Europe?
Which Russian Tsar was instrumental in defeating Napoleon during his invasion of Russia?
Which Russian Tsar emancipated the serfs in 1861?
Which Russian Tsar implemented reforms in an attempt to modernize Russia during his reign?

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