How Did Alexander II Create Social Changes In Russia

Alexander II was the first to create social reforms after he ascended into power in 1855 during the Crimean War. Russia at the time was resistant to any form of change and the defeat of the War proved that they were completely backwards in society; with this fear Alexander II created a series of reforms in order to have a revolutionary change in Russia. The first reform was the Emancipation in 1861 which entailed of freeing the serfs. The serfs were released from bondage and became free men who were free to marry, have their own property, set up businesses and travel. In addition they were each entitled to keep their cottages and land and the previous landlords would receive compensation. The abolishment of serfdom was a massive step in improving