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Signing of the Ems Ukaz
- When
- 18 May 1876 (N.S.; 30 May 1876 N.S. = 18 May O.S.)
- Where
- Bad Ems
Alexander II signed the Ems Ukaz at Bad Ems, extending publication bans to all books and lyrics in the Little Russian dialect.
While enjoying a spa in Bad Ems, Germany, on 18 May 1876 (N.S.; 30 May 1876 N.S. = 18 May O.S.), Alexander signed the decree. The Ems Ukaz extended the publication ban to all books and song lyrics in the 'Little Russian dialect' and prohibited the import of such materials, aiming to stop Ukrainophile propaganda.
Sources
- Ems Ukaz Wikipedia, revision of 2026-10-09
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