The year 1894 marked the beginning of the end of the proud Romonov Dynasty in Russia spanning some three hundred years. Czar Alexander III died suddenly and with no warning from liver failure. His young, inexperienced son Nicholas was left to take control of the enormous Russian empire.
Many events and incidents led to the fall of the Romanov Dynasty, but to a major extent the Tsar himself, led to the end of his family's autocratic reign on Russia.
This essay examines to what extent Nicholas's character led to the collapse of the Romanovs. It also looks at Rasputin, the nature of the regime and WWII as contributing factors.
This essay examines the events, leading up to the death of the Romanovs. Describes the Bloody Sunday massacre. Describes how Tsar Nicholas's decisions led to the Russian Revolution.
