Alexander I of Serbia

ModernEmperorSerbia1876 — 1903

Last Obrenovic king, killed with queen in coup.

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Quick Facts

Born

1876

Died

1903

Country

Serbia

Era

Modern

Occupation

Emperor

Score Overview

Military (10%)23

Political (20%)26

Influence (20%)46

Legacy (20%)34

Leadership (15%)34

Strategy (15%)60

Total Score37.3

Alexander I of Serbia — Complete Timeline

1889 AD

Became King of SerbiaPolitical Action◆ Major

Alexander I became King of Serbia in March 1889 at age 13 after the abdication of his father Milan I. A regency ruled until he came of age in 1893.

Serbian MonarchyObrenovic DynastyAccession

Impact: national

1900 AD

Married Draga MasinPolitical Action◆ Major

Alexander I married Draga Masin, a widow and former lady-in-waiting, in August 1900. The marriage was controversial due to her background and caused political opposition, weakening his position.

Royal MarriageControversySerbian Politics

Impact: national

1903 AD

Assassinated in the May CoupPolitical Action

Alexander I and Queen Draga were assassinated in the royal palace in Belgrade in June 1903 by a group of army officers. The coup ended the Obrenovic dynasty and brought the Karadjordjevic dynasty to power.

AssassinationCoupObrenovic Dynasty End

Impact: nationaltragic