Sofjin D. M., Sofjina M. V.

Russian Grand Duke in Paris under the Alliance: Diary of Grand Duke Sergey Alexandrovich, May 26 — June 3, 1897 P. 20 -26.

UDC 94(47).083«1897»

DOI 10.37724/RSU.2023.78.1.002

Abstract. This is the first publication of entries from the diary of Grand Duke Sergey Alexandrovich of Russia, made during his visit to Paris in 1897. The visit of the Grand Duke and his wife, Grand Duchess Elizabeth Feodorovna as representatives of the Russian Imperial House, to the French capital took place in the atmosphere of the strengthening Franco-Russian military alliance. Besides stories of leisure activities, the diary entries describe the participation of the Grand Duke and his wife in protocol events, including private meetings and conversations with the highest representatives of the French Republic.

Keywords: diary, Franco-Russian Alliance, Grand Duchess Elizabeth Feodorovna, Grand Duke Sergey Alexandrovich, Paris, Russian Imperial House.

 

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