Grand Duchess Olga Nikolaevna of Russia
Grand Duchess and First Daughter of Tsar
Born
November 15th, 1895
129 years ago
Died
1918
107 years ago — 23 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Russia
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Born into the Russian imperial family, one of the grand duchess sisters of Tsar Nicholas II, held the title of Grand Duchess from birth. Participated in charitable activities and served as a nurse during World War I. Suffered the trials of the Russian Revolution alongside her family, ultimately facing execution in 1918. The life journey reflected royal obligations intertwined with the significant upheaval of early 20th-century Russia.
Served as a nurse during World War I
Participated in charitable activities
Executed with family during the Russian Revolution
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