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Wedding Plans
- Nicholas backed down from a small wedding, pressured by his uncles.
- The imperial wedding became a state affair after the funeral of Alexander III.
Alexandra's Difficult Start
- Alexandra's transition to Empress was rushed, hindering her connection with the Russian people.
- Her devoutness and focus on motherhood further distanced her from society.
Omens and Beliefs
- Bad omens surrounded Alexandra's arrival, like walking behind a coffin.
- Nicholas, influenced by his tutor, believed in his divine right as an autocrat.