Alexander II of Russia - Rule During The Russian-Caucasian War

Rule During The Russian-Caucasian War

It was during Alexander II's rule that the Russian-Caucasian War reached its climax. Just before the conclusion of the war with a victory on Russia's side, the Russian Army, under the emperor's order, sought to eliminate the mountaineers in what would be often referred to as "cleansing" in several historic dialogues.

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