may 14, 1896 - Tsar Nicholas coronation

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Became Tsar in 1894
Was unprepared to rule as he had been separated from the public due to a fear of assassination
Devoted family man
Duchess Olga (his sister) 'He was wholly ignorant about governmental matters. Nicky had been trained as a soldier. He should have been taught statesmanship and he was not'

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