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Ivan VI of Russia
Monarch
1740 – 1764
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Who was Ivan VI of Russia?
Ivan VI Antonovich of Russia, was proclaimed Emperor of Russia in 1740, as an infant, although he never actually reigned. Within less than a year, he was overthrown by the Empress Elizabeth of Russia, Peter I's daughter. Ivan spent the rest of his life as a prisoner and was killed by his guards during an attempt made to free him.
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- Born
- Aug 23, 1740
Saint Petersburg - Parents
- Religion
- Eastern Orthodox Church
- Nationality
- Russia
- Lived in
- Saint Petersburg
- Died
- Jul 16, 1764
Shlisselburg - Resting place
- Shlisselburg
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on July 23, 2013
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