Alexander Kolchak

Russian admiral, polar explorer, and leader of the White movement in the Civil War.

Biographical Overview & Key Facts

Subject:
Alexander Kolchak
Role / Field:
Russian admiral, polar explorer, and leader of the White movement in the Civil War.
Born:
1874-11-04
Died:
1920-02-07
Century / Era:
1874s Historical Era
Database Source:
2Day Chrono-Wiki & Wikipedia CC BY-SA 4.0

Origins & Early Life

Admiral Alexander Vasilyevich Kolchak (Russian: Алекса́ндр Васи́льевич Колча́к; 16 November [O.S. 4 November] 1874 – 7 February 1920) was a Russian navy officer and polar explorer who led the White movement in the Russian Civil War. When he assumed the title of Supreme Ruler of Russia in 1918, Kolchak headed a military dictatorship, which ruled over the territory of the former Russian Empire controlled by the Whites. He was a proponent of Russian nationalism and militarism, and opposed democracy as a principle which he believed was tied to pacifism, internationalism, and socialism.

Pivotal Works & Achievements

Kolchak served in the Imperial Russian Navy and fought in the Russo-Japanese War and World War I. The son of a naval artillery officer, he graduated from the Naval Cadet Corps and went on to become an accomplished oceanographer and Arctic explorer. He was involved in several expeditions to northern Russia, including to the New Siberian Islands, and became the youngest vice admiral in the Imperial Navy. He was wounded and taken prisoner during the Russo-Japanese War at the Siege of Port Arthur. When he returned to Russia he lobbied the State Duma to strengthen the fleet by introducing submarines and aircraft...

Chronological Milestones & Life Events

  1. 1874 (1874-11-04): Birth of Alexander Kolchak — Russian admiral, polar explorer, and leader of the White movement in the Civil War.
  2. 1918: 1918 Milestone — When he assumed the title of Supreme Ruler of Russia in 1918, Kolchak headed a military dictatorship, which ruled over the territory of the former Russian Empire controlled by the Whites.
  3. 1920 (1920-02-07): Passing & Historical Legacy — Alexander Kolchak passed away on 1920-02-07, leaving an enduring historical legacy.

Historical Fact-Check Quiz: Alexander Kolchak

True or False: “Kolchak's primary political goal throughout his life was to establish a democratic republic in Russia.”

Answer (FALSE ❌): Kolchak was a staunch proponent of Russian nationalism and militarism, actively opposing democracy as a principle.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Alexander Kolchak

Who was Alexander Kolchak and what are their primary contributions?

Russian admiral, polar explorer, and leader of the White movement in the Civil War. Origins & Early Life: Admiral Alexander Vasilyevich Kolchak (Russian: Алекса́ндр Васи́льевич Колча́к; 16 November [O.S. 4 November] 1874 – 7 February 1920) was a Russian navy officer and polar explorer who led the White movement in the Russian Civil War. When he assumed the title of Supreme Ruler of Russia in 1918, Kolchak headed a military dictatorship, which ruled over the territory of the former Russian Empire controlled by the Whites. He was a proponent of Russian nationalism and militarism, and opposed democracy as a principle which he believed was tied to pacifism, internationalism, and socialism.

When was Alexander Kolchak born and during which historical era did they live?

Alexander Kolchak was born on 1874-11-04 and passed away on 1920-02-07. For complete historical world events during this era, explore the 1874 Chrono-Archive.

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