Sophie Feodorovna
Empress consort of Russia (1847–1928)
1847 — 1928
Quick Facts
Profession
Empress consort of Russia (1847–1928)
Born
November 26, 1847
Died
1928 (age ~81)
Name Origin
French
Timeline
nurse, painter, aristocrat
Russian EmpireBorn in Yellow PalaceDied in Hvidøre
1847
Born in Yellow Palace (1847-11-26)
1880
PositionGrand Mistress of the Order of Saint Catherine (1880–1894)
1928
Died in Hvidøre
About
Maria Feodorovna, known as Princess Dagmar of Denmark before her marriage, was Empress of Russia from 1881 to 1894 as the wife of Emperor Alexander III. She was the fourth child and second daughter of Christian IX of Denmark and Louise of Hesse-Kassel. Maria’s eldest son, Nicholas, was the last Emperor of Russia, ruling from 1 November 1894 until his abdication on 15 March 1917.
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Who is Sophie Feodorovna?+
Maria Feodorovna, known as Princess Dagmar of Denmark before her marriage, was Empress of Russia from 1881 to 1894 as the wife of Emperor Alexander III. She was the fourth child and second daughter of Christian IX of Denmark and Louise of Hesse-Kassel. Maria’s eldest son, Nicholas, was the last Empe
What does the name Sophie mean?+
The name Sophie means "A female given name from French Sophie, equivalent to English Sophia of Ancient Greek origin.. Etymology: From the Sophie, the pet form of Sophia or from Sophie. From wisdom.". It is of French origin.
When was Sophie Feodorovna born?+
Sophie Feodorovna was born on November 26, 1847.
When did Sophie Feodorovna die?+
Sophie Feodorovna died in 1928, at approximately 81 years of age.
Name Meaning
A female given name from French Sophie, equivalent to English Sophia of Ancient Greek origin.. Etymology: From the Sophie, the pet form of Sophia or from Sophie. From wisdom.
The name Sophie is of French origin, meaning "A female given name from French Sophie, equivalent to English Sophia of Ancient Greek origin.. Etymology: From the Sophie, the pet form of Sophia or from Sophie. From wisdom.". It is traditionally a female name.
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Sophie — November 26, 1847
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Sagittarius
Optimistic, adventurous, generous
Fire · Jupiter · Nov 22 – Dec 21
Chinese Zodiac
Goat
Calm, gentle, sympathetic
Fire · Yin
Mayan Tzolkin
7 Muluc
Water — emotions, purification, flow
Celtic Tree
Elder
Free spirit, philosophical, wild
Ogham: Ruis · Nov 25 – Dec 23
Birthstone: Topaz — Joy, abundance
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Guestbook
My grandmother kept your portrait on the wall until the day she died.
— a subject
Walked through the halls where you lived. The walls still remember.
— a palace visitor
Crowns are heavy. You wore yours well.
— a historian
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