Alexander Samoylov

Russian general and Minister of Justice

Alexander Samoylov - Russian general and Minister of Justice
Born

1744
281 years ago

Died

November 1st, 1814
210 years ago — 70 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Russia

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Served as a general in the Russian military and held the position of Minister of Justice. Participated in various military campaigns and contributed to the development of legal reforms during tenure in government. Focused on justice system improvements and policy implementation. Instrumental in advancing administrative practices within the military and political structure of Russia.

Served as a general in the Russian military

Held the position of Russian Minister of Justice

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