Portrait of Alexander I by Stepan Shchukin

Portrait of Alexander I by Stepan Shchukin

Alexander I, the emperor of All-Russia, the eldest son of Emperor Pavel Petrovich and Maria Feodorovna, was born on December 12, 1777. The news of the birth of the first child from the heir to the throne was joyfully received by the people: the direct succession to the throne seemed to be ensured for a long time, and the disturbances that disturbed Russia had to cease. His name was Alexander I received in honor of St. Alexander Nevsky, patron of St. Petersburg

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