Russian Czar
Nikolai II arrived to Stockholm late June 1909. That time Sweden was very
concerned about Russian Empire’s policy of russification that was adopted in
Finland. Such a profound concern encouraged Sweden to resume Swedish-Norwegian
negotiations on joint defense. At the same time Russia started to strengthen
Saint
Petersburg, the Gulf of Finland, and The Gulf of Riga. Besides, Russian Empire has
made up its mind to use these islands for the military purpose. Russian-Swedish
talks centered on the status of Åland Archipelago that formed part
of the territory ceded to Russia by Sweden under the Treaty of Fredrikshamn in
September 1809. On
other hand these islands were mostly populated by Swedes who have repeatedly expressed the desire to join Sweden. The same time Edward VII, the King of the
United Kingdom, also visited Stockholm to participate in the discussion on Åland
Islands. Soon after the official visit to Stockholm, Russian Czar visited
Poltava to participate in the huge celebration of 200th anniversary
of the Battle of Poltava. Many photos were made in Stockholm during this state visit.
They were published in Swedish newspapers and in the Russian magazine “Ogonek”.
Czar Nicholas and Empress Alexandra arrive together with their Swedish
hosts on board the “Vasaorden” for the official welcoming ceremony.
Large crowds of people had gathered in front of the
Grand Hotel in order to watch the arrival ceremony.
The imperial
guests are introduced to the receiving dignitaries.
Czar Nicholas
and Empress Alexandra at the decorative pavilion erected for the welcoming
ceremony.
Czar Nicholas
and King Gustaf on their way to the Royal palace.
The Imperial
yacht “Standart” in Stockholm.
An official dinner onboard of the Imperial
yacht “Standart” in Stockholm, 1909
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