Election of Michael Romanov as Czar
At a glance:
- Series: Chronology of European History
- Categories: Government and Politics, Royalty, Rulers, Nobility
- Subcategories: Empires, Dynasties, Czars, Tsars, Elections, Voting
- Curriculum: 17th Century European History, Russian/Former Soviet States History
- Geographical Location: Moscow, Russia, Europe
- Date: February 7, 1613
Article abstract: The election of Michael Romanov as czar ushers in a new Russian dynasty following several decades of internal confusion, civil war, and foreign occupation.
Summary of Event
The election of Michael Romanov as czar of Russia marked the end of the “Time of Troubles” (1584-1613), a period of tremendous upheaval both domestically and in Russia’s relations with its western neighbors. Internal problems following the death of Ivan IV (“the Terrible”) in 1584 and controversy surrounding the rule of Boris Godunov (ruled 1598-1605) led...
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