Nicolas, 29 Years Old, Is Secure on the Throne

His formative years were spent in the great patriotic wars against the french. Accounts differ about what exactly nicholas knew about his older brother, constantine's plan to pre abdicate the throne. But his actions in 18 25 certainly hinted a young man who seemed very confused and caught off guard by the shocking news of alexander's death. And he certainly contributed mightily to the situation when he swore his oath to constantine, rather than saying, right, i now am the emperor.