Alexander II (1818-1881) Tsar of Russia from 1855. Known as 'The Liberator'. Emancipated the serfs in 1861. Assassinated. Cartoon by 'Coide' (JJ Tissot) for 'Vanity Fair' London 16 October 1869 showing him enthroned wearing Imperial crown of Russia and with halo holding whip and sword instead of orb and sceptre.

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Alexander II (1818-1881) Tsar of Russia from 1855. Known as 'The Liberator'. Emancipated the serfs in 1861. Assassinated. Cartoon by 'Coide' (JJ Tissot) for 'Vanity Fair' London 16 October 1869 showing him enthroned wearing Imperial crown of Russia and with halo holding whip and sword instead of orb and sceptre.

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