Unraveling Russia's Strangest Emperor: Paul I and the Mikhailovsky Castle Assassination!

Paul I was the Emperor of Russia from 1796 until his assassination in 1801. His reign was marked by controversial policies and conflicts with the nobility. The circumstances surrounding his death in St. Michael's Castle remain mysterious, with theories suggesting political conspiracies. Paul I's rule was characterized by erratic decisions and attempts to reform, contributing to his strained relations with the aristocracy. His assassination in the castle marked a tumultuous chapter in Russian history, leading to the ascension of his son, Alexander I, to the throne.
00:00 Views of St. Michael's Castle
00:18 Description of the personality of Paul I
00:21 Paul I's rise to power
01:35 Paul I's attitude towards officers and the nobility
03:00 Plot against Paul I
03:56 Assassination of Paul I
05:08 Fate of Mikhailovsky Castle after the death of Paul I