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In Moscow, Russia.
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Ivan's father died due to an infection.
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Ivan's mother died due to poisoning, unfortunately leaving him in the care of his abusive mentors and advisors.
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Ivan became Czar of all Russia, stylizing the traditional title of Tsar. [Picture is from a movie adaptation of Ivan's life].
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Ivan's first wife died, beginning his slow spiral into madness and despair
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During an argument, Ivan hit his son Ivan Ivanovich with a spear-like object, resulting in his son's death.
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Ivan dies during a chess game and is succeeded by his weakest son Fyodor.
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Ivan's only remaining son became Tsar after him, despite his mental and physical weakness.