June 1866Russian NeutralityAlexander Romanov Alexander II
Alexander II maintains Russian neutrality and declines to rescue Austria from Prussian pressure.
Historical records for Russia in 1866, rendered directly from the World History Database and ordered by month, day and event.
Alexander II maintains Russian neutrality and declines to rescue Austria from Prussian pressure.
Dmitry Karakozov attempts to shoot Alexander II in Saint Petersburg, but the attack fails.
The failed Karakozov assassination attempt contributes to a more conservative and repressive political climate.
Birth of Yuri Danilov
Welcomes Princess Dagmar of Denmark into the Russian Orthodox Church before their marriage.
Publication of "Crime And Punishment"
The Karakozov assassination attempt is followed by tighter government supervision of universities.
Extends emancipation arrangements to state peasants, completing another stage of the peasant reforms.
Marries Dagmar, daughter of Christian IX of Denmark & sister of Queen Alexandra
Appointed Minister of Education
Dmitry Karakozov's failed attack becomes the first major assassination attempt against Alexander II.
Begins a policy of repression against universities after an attempt on the Tsars life
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