Assassination of Alexander II

The assassination of Alexander II, the Emperor of Russia, occurred on March 13, 1881, when a group of revolutionaries from the Russian revolutionary organization Zemlya i Volya (Land and Liberty) planted a bomb in his carriage. The bombs exploded, killing Alexander II instantly. The assassination was driven by his attempts at reform and modernization, which angered conservative factions and revolutionaries seeking radical change. His death led to increased repression and a more conservative government approach, marking a pivotal moment in Russian history that influenced future revolutionary activities.