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Ivan IV, commonly known as Ivan the Terrible, was the grand prince of Moscow from 1533 and the first ruler of Russia to be crowned tsar, in 1547. His reign expanded Russian control toward the Volga and Siberia, while domestic rule became increasingly violent, including the creation of the Oprichnina and persecution of parts of the nobility. He died in 1584.
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Tsar Ivan IV the Terrible scores 5.35/10 (Mediocre) on Lunoo, making it rated in the Monarch category. Expanded Russia and centralized power, but terror, oprichnina, and destructive late reign dominate reputation.
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