Mikhail Speransky
Russian politician and legal reformer
Born
January 12th, 1772
253 years ago
Died
1839
186 years ago — 67 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Russia
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Played a significant role in the development of Russian administrative reforms during the early 19th century. Contributed to drafting new legal codes and promoting civil rights. Served under Emperor Alexander I and was instrumental in modernizing the state's bureaucratic system. His reforms aimed to improve governance and increase efficiency within the Russian Empire. Censorship and political repression later led to his downfall, but his legacy in legal reform persisted.
Drafted the Statute on Provincial Administration in 1775
Contributed to the creation of the Russian civil code
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