Alexander II, Emperor (Principality of Mingrelia (Russia)) : All Data

Alexander II was the Emperor of the Russian Empire from 1855 to 1881. During his reign, he faced significant conflicts, including the Crimean War (1853-1856), where Russia clashed with an alliance of Ottoman Empire, France, and Britain. Another notable war was the Russo-Turkish War (1877-1878), which resulted in the liberation of Bulgaria from Ottoman rule. Alexander II also faced internal unrest, such as the Polish Uprising of 1863-1864, where Polish nationalists rebelled against Russian control. Despite these challenges, Alexander II is best known for his reforms, including the emancipation of serfs in 1861, which aimed to modernize and liberalize Russia.