Nikolay Bobrikov
Russian politician, Governor-General of Finland
Born
1839
186 years ago
Died
June 17th, 1904
121 years ago — 65 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Russia
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Served as a Russian soldier and politician, holding the position of Governor-General of Finland from 1898 until his assassination in 1904. Implemented policies aimed at increasing Russian influence over Finland. His tenure faced significant opposition from Finnish nationalists, culminating in his assassination by a Finnish student discontented with his administration's autocratic measures. Bobrikov's rule is noted for its attempts to suppress Finnish institutions and culture in favor of Russian dominance.
Governed Finland during a period of Russian oppression
Promoted Russification policies in Finland
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