Ivan IV, commonly known as Ivan the Terrible, is primarily known for expanding the Russian Empire, building magnificent colored domes, and ruling through cruelty. He was the first ruler to be crowned as Tsar of All Rus', and his reign was marked by significant territorial expansion, military campaigns, and his notorious use of terror and repression against perceived enemies. He also commissioned the construction of St. Basil's Cathedral in Moscow, known for its iconic colorful domes. His harsh rule and mental instability contributed to the legacy of cruelty associated with his name.
What was Ivan IV (the Terrible) known for?
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expanding the Russian Empire, building magnificent colored domes, and ruling through cruelty
expanding the Russian Empire, building magnificent colored domes, and ruling through cruelty
creating a new code of law for Russia, building many churches, but allowing serfs to starve because of high taxes
creating a new code of law for Russia, building many churches, but allowing serfs to starve because of high taxes
building a new capital at Kiev, defeating the Mongols with enormous violence, and converting to Christianity
building a new capital at Kiev, defeating the Mongols with enormous violence, and converting to Christianity
building the Russian army, introducing a new religion, and restoring the Kremlin at great cost to his people
building the Russian army, introducing a new religion, and restoring the Kremlin at great cost to his people
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