Tsar Boris III (Bulgaria)

Tsar Boris III was the ruler of Bulgaria from 1918 until his death in 1943. He navigated a complex period marked by World War II and Bulgaria's shifting alliances. Boris maintained Bulgaria's independence but allied with Nazi Germany to reclaim territory lost after World War I. He tried to balance military demands with protecting his country's sovereignty and population. His leadership was characterized by cautious diplomacy, efforts to safeguard Bulgarian interests, and attempts to limit the country's involvement in the Holocaust. Boris remains a significant figure in Bulgarian history for his efforts to preserve national stability amid turbulent times.