The Death of Tsar Alexander II |
Investigate the attached three links that detail the end of Tsar Alexander II life. 1) http://www.shsu.edu/~his_ncp/Assass.html 2) http://thisdayinalternatehistory.blogspot.com.au/2011/03/march-13-1881-alexander-ii-survives.html 3) http://johannespong.com/the-church-on-spilt-blood/ In groups read them, taking note of who the source was, language used and if any inference is evident. Do the sources have any particular reason for writing the way they did?. a) Do you think Alexanders life ended heroically, why or why not.? b) Research the sources, who do think would be the most reliable source, why? c) Was there any inference made in regards to Tsar Alexander's character. By who and what were they implying. d) What praise/critisisms are provided for Alexander II. e) List which sources are trying to inform or persuade in their account of the death of Alexander II. Cite examples |