Alexander II facts for kids

Alexander II is a name shared by several important historical figures. When you hear "Alexander II," it could refer to a king, an emperor, or even a pope! Each of these people played a big role in their own time and place.

Who Was Alexander II?

The name Alexander II has been used by many leaders throughout history. Here are some of the most well-known:

Alexander II of Scotland

Alexander II was the King of Scots from 1214 until his death in 1249. He was born in 1198. His father was King William I, also known as William the Lion.

Alexander II worked hard to make Scotland stronger and more independent. He tried to get control of parts of northern England. He also signed important agreements with England, like the Treaty of York in 1237, which set the border between Scotland and England. This border is still largely the same today.

He married Joan of England, who was the sister of King Henry III of England. Alexander II died in 1249 and was buried in Melrose Abbey.

Alexander II of Russia

Alexander II was the Emperor of Russia from 1855 until 1881. He was born in 1818. He is often called "the Liberator" because of a very important change he made.

In 1861, Alexander II freed the serfs. Serfs were like peasants who were tied to the land and belonged to landowners. This was a huge step for Russia, giving millions of people their freedom.

He also made many other important changes. These included reforms in the justice system, the military, and local government. His time as emperor was a period of great change for Russia. Alexander II died in an attack in 1881.

Alexander II of Yugoslavia

Alexander II, also known as Alexander Karađorđević, was born in 1945. He is the current head of the House of Karađorđević. This is the royal family of Serbia, which used to be part of Yugoslavia.

Even though Serbia is now a republic, Alexander II is still seen by many as the Crown Prince. He lives in Belgrade, Serbia, and works to support his country. He is involved in many charitable activities.

See Also

In Spanish: Alejandro II para niños

• King Alexander (disambiguation)