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Grand Duke Alexei Alexandrovich of Russia, c1860-c1862
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Grand Duke Alexei Alexandrovich of Russia, c1860-c1862
Grand Duke Alexei Alexandrovich of Russia, c1860-c1862. Grand Duke Alexei (1850-1908) was the sixth child and fourth son of Tsar Alexander II and his first wife, Maria Alexandrovna. He served in the Russian Navy and was appointed General Admiral in 1883. He oversaw the acquisition on new ships and the modernisation of the Navys bases, but was dismissed from his command and retired after the disastrous defeat at the Battle of Tsushima in 1905 during the Russo-Japanese War. Found in the collection of the Russian State Film and Photo Archive, Krasnogorsk
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This print showcases the distinguished presence of Grand Duke Alexei Alexandrovich of Russia, captured between 1860 and 1862. As the sixth child and fourth son of Tsar Alexander II and Maria Alexandrovna, he held a prominent position within the Romanov dynasty. Grand Duke Alexei's naval career flourished as he served in the Russian Navy, eventually attaining the esteemed rank of General Admiral in 1883. His leadership skills were evident through his supervision of acquiring new ships and modernizing naval bases. However, his tenure was marred by misfortune following the disastrous defeat at the Battle of Tsushima during the Russo-Japanese War in 1905. Consequently, he faced dismissal from his command and retired from active duty. The portrait captures Grand Duke Alexei standing tall with an air of regality befitting his imperial lineage. Dressed impeccably in a sailor suit, he exudes both strength and sophistication. The monochrome aesthetic adds a timeless quality to this nineteenth-century image. Preserved within the collection of the Russian State Film and Photo Archive in Krasnogorsk, this photograph offers us a glimpse into history - an intimate portrayal of a man who played a significant role within Russia's royal family. It serves as a testament to Grand Duke Alexei Alexandrovich's dedication to his country while also reminding us that even those born into privilege face their own trials on life's unpredictable journey.
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