Alexander III (1845-1894) was czar of Russia from 1881 to 1894 and a member of the Romanov line of rulers. He became czar after his father, Alexander II, was assassinated by revolutionaries. Alexander II had adopted a number of liberal reforms. Alexander III opposed further reform and energetically fought the revolutionaries. During his reign, Russian industry and science made impressive gains, and culture thrived. He was born on March 10, 1845. He died on Nov. 1, 1894. See also Russia (Alexander III) .
