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Alexander II (1818-1881)
Alexander II was the son of Tsar Nicholas I. Known as a reformer, his outstanding action was to emancipate the serfs. Also effected legal and administrative reforms, expanded schools and rail lines. Was also known for the severity of repression imposed on any population unrest that arose including a Polish revolt in 1863, peasant turmoil, and revolutionary dissent. Was ultimately assassinated in St. Petersburg. (Also known as "The Liberator")