Romanov Dynasty Research Paper

The history of Russia has gone through numerous drastic phases, with the transition from an autocracy to communism, and a communist regime to a relatively democratic state, just to name a few. The tragedy that befell the last ruling Romanov family has long been blamed on the Bolsheviks, with just cause, but the demise of the Romanovs began many years prior to the Bolshevik emergence. Historical writings have shown us that interpretations and biases can overtake the writing. It causes monumental differences in how events were perceived. Over the course of the last century, much research has gone into the final years of the ruling family reign and the contributing factors to their assassination, some of which was not available for decades. Although they were clearly the victims of these unfortunate events, their actions, or lack thereof in some instances, did have a contributing factor in the eventual downfall of the Romanov dynasty. The …show more content…
According to the French historian Marc Ferro, "When, in 1894, he learned that he was to ascend the throne, Nicholas burst into tears. What he feared most had come upon him, by God's will. 'Oh Sandro,' he said to Alexander, his cousin and boyhood friend, 'I am not ready to be Tsar,' and he continued to sob bitterly." Alexander III was a force to be reckoned with, which was in stark contrast to his son, who had a more timid nature. Nicholas was simply not prepared, nor did he desire the position of leader of all Russia's. The subsequent illness and death of his father Alexander III, was a shock to all, including the Tsar. Alexander, who expected to live a long life and remain in rule, did not train his son for succession nor did he think Nicholas could handle the role, which would have a sizeable impact on Nicholas' rule. What many historians can agree on is the fact that Alexander did not consider his son the right