History Alexander III

Question 1

How did Alexander III’s early years affect his reign

Answer 1

Was not brought up as the Tsar elect as his older brother Nicholas died suddenly in 1865 - so received only a perfunctory and inadequate training

Question 2

Pobodonestev’s influence on Alexander III

Answer 2

He instilled in Alexander the belief that zeal for Russian orthodox thought was an essential factor in Russian patriotism and this was to be strictly cultivated by every Tsar.

Question 3

Who was Konstantin Pobedonstev

Answer 3

• Alexander III and Nicholas II tutor
• Made Chief Procurator of the Holy Synod in 1880
• Stressed the strong connection between Orthodoxy, nationality, and autocracy was the best form of government

Question 4

Alexander III overall approach to his reign

Answer 4

• Adopted an approach of uncompromising authoritarianism and conservatidsm - determined to re-establish the political authority his father had lost