Ivan the Terrible
Russian Tsar and first ruler of Russia
Russian Tsar and first ruler of Russia
Ruled as the Tsar of Russia from 1547 until death in 1584. The first ruler to be crowned as Tsar, Ivan centralized power and expanded the territory of Russia. Through military campaigns, he expanded into Siberia, gaining significant land and resources. His reign was marked by the establishment of the Oprichnina, a policy that involved political repression and the creation of a loyal military force. His legacy is characterized by both his expansionist policies and the sociopolitical turmoil of his reign.
Crowned as the first Tsar of Russia
Expanded Russian territory into Siberia
Implemented the Oprichnina policy
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