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Execution

When: 3 September 1866 (O.S.; 15 September 1866 N.S.)
Where: Place of execution not specified in sources
Part of: Karakozov's assassination attempt on Alexander II in St Petersburg

Karakozov was executed on 3 September 1866 (Old Style; 15 September 1866 New Style), following the failed assassination attempt.

Following the failed attempt on April 4, 1866, Karakozov was executed on 3 September 1866 Old Style (15 September 1866 New Style). This event marked the end of his involvement in the revolutionary movement.

Sources

Dmitry Karakozov Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-16

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