Library of Congress
Loc: The Empire That Was Russia, Photographic Record Recreated
The digital revival of the glass plate images of the Russian Empire on the eve of World War I by photographer Sergei Mikhaylovich Prokudin-Gorskii. Very interesting from both historical and technological points of view.
Other
Broughton Int:nicholas and Alexandra: Last Imperial Family of Tsarist Russia
An online view of the rich exhibition which toured America showcasing the lives of the last Imperial Family of Russia. It is about Nicholas and Alexandra, their family and lives, and photos of their treasures.
Brigham Young University
Byu: Wwi Document Archive: Abdication of Nicholas Ii: March 15, 1917
This is an original document from 1917 stating the abdication of Nicholas II. It is translated into English but the Russian original is also available.
World War 1
Worldwar1.com: Trenches on the Web: July 1914: The July Crisis: The Month of the Plotters
A timeline of the events that followed the assassination of Archduke Ferdinand and led up to the outbreak of World War I.
University of Virginia
Why We Go to War: Tsar Nicholas Ii
This site has information about the Russian Czar Nicholas II and his lack of his qualifications which led to the downfall of the czarist rule.
InterKnowledge Corp.
Geographia.com: The Path to Revolution
Historical account from Geographia.com of the events that led the Russians to a Communist revolution in 1918.
Other
Alexander Palace Time Machine
Look back on the time of Nicholas II, the last Tsar of pre-revolutionary Russia. Take a virtual tour through the palace, with its elaborate halls and reception rooms, family living quarters, and libraries. Of particular interest is the...
Other
Bob Atchison: Emperor Nicholas Ii
This resource contains a detailed biography of Emperor Nicholas II, the last czar of Russia. Uses popups.
BBC
Bbc History: World Wars: World War One: Cousins at War
Five-part article looks at World War I through the prism of Europe's royal families, particularly the families of George V of England and his cousin Tsar Nicholas II of Russia. Archived.
Sam Houston State University
Shsu: Late Imperial Period: Russia: A Country Study
This site evaluates the transformation of Russia in the nineteenth century. It discusses the economic developments, the reforms, foreign affairs, and the rise of the revolutionary movement. From the book, Russia: A Country Study, edited...
CommonLit
Common Lit: Text Sets: International Revolutions
This is a collection of 21 Grade-Leveled texts (4-12) on the topic International Revolutions. The world's had its fair share of international revolutions as people around the globe sought to create meaningful change. Learn about some of...
World War 1
Worldwar1.com: Trenches on the Web: Czar Nicholas Ii of Russia
A brief biography of Nicholas II written by students. Focuses mainly on his political life starting with his engagement to Alexandria.
World War 1
Worldwar1.com: Trenches on the Web: War Atlas: Russia/ussr
Chart listing names of political and military leaders of Russia/USSR during World War I. Includes ranks, dates of service, and links to information on Nicholas II (Emperor) and General Alexei A. Brisilov (of the Eighth Army).
A&E Television
History.com: Russian Revolution
This site contains information about the Russian Revolution, including information about Russia before and after.
Ducksters
Ducksters: Biography for Kids: Tsar Nicholas Ii
Kids learn about the biography of Tsar Nicholas II, the last emperor of Russia who was overthrown by the people during the Russian Revolution and killed by the Bolsheviks on this site.
Curated OER
Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clip Art Etc: Nicholas Ii
(1868-1918) Nicholas II or Nikolay Alexandrovic Romanov, czar of Russia, king of Poland, and grand duke of Finland.