In what year did Alexander II declare war on the Ottoman Empire? What was the specific phrase behind the Russian desire for Constantinople? Why was Constantinople so important to the Russians? Why didn't the Alexander II declare war on the Ottoman's before 1877? Why wouldn't the British and the Austrians recognize the Treaty of San Stefano? What Congress finally sorted out the Treaty of San Stefano? When did Alexander II sign the secret constitution? How and when was Alexander II assassinated? What two major domestic reforms did Alexander II implement? Who was Bakunin and what were his ideals? Alexander II ascended to the throne during which war? What was the name of Alexander II tutor and what effect did he have on him? What major building project did Alexander II start in order to connect Russia with itself and the outside world? What were Zemstvos and how were they used? What event did Alexander II step into with his coming to power in 1855? Over what major conflicting issues was the Crimean War fought? Which battle of the Crimean War was considered an unorganized blunder by both sides? What final battle cemented the Alliances win in the Crimean War? What treaty finalized the Crimean War? Why do historians have different takes on Alexander II life, between him being a Reformer or a Reactionary?