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Russia largest nation and great world power
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Alexender II came to throne in 1855 during Crimean War
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Alexander II issued a royal decree that required the freeing of serfs
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Socialists went to live among peasants preaching rebellion
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Terrorists assassinated Alexander II
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Nicholas's government focused on economic development
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War breaks out between Russia and Japan
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Revolution breaks out between Russians and their leader
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A peaceful march was shot down by the Tzar and they lost faith in him