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Summary:St Petersburg, May 26 1896 - the coronation of Tsar Nicholas the Second of Russia, captured on this remarkable old film. Most of Europe's Kings and Queens were at the event, which was a dazzling occasion, even by the standards of 19th century royalty. Nicholas, who was then 28, had succeeded to the throne the previous year. He was the last of the Russian emperors.
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Location:RUSSIA ST PETERSBURG
Reuters ID:LDL000VYHATCF
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