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Ivan Blok

1858 – 1906

Russian politician

Politician Jurist Civil servant
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About Ivan Blok

Lived 1858 – 1906 (aged 48). Ivan Blok was a Russian politician, jurist and civil servant.

Ivan Blok was the governor of Samara during the Russian Revolution of 1905. Shortly after giving a speech in which he complained that citizens directed "hate filled glances" at himself despite "wear[ing] out [his] nerves maintaining order so that people can live like human beings", he was killed by a bomb.

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Important facts

Born
28 February 1858, Saint Petersburg
Birth century
19th century
Died
21 July 1906, Samara
Occupation
Politician, jurist, civil servant
Nationality
Russian Empire
Education
Imperial School of Jurisprudence
Positions held
Governor of Grodno
Also known as
Ivan Lvovich Blok, Ivan Block, Ivan Lvovich Block

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Ivan Blok?

Russian politician (1858-1906)

When was Ivan Blok born?

Ivan Blok was born on 28 February 1858 in Saint Petersburg.

When did Ivan Blok die?

Ivan Blok died on 21 July 1906 in Samara.

What was Ivan Blok's occupation?

Ivan Blok was a politician, jurist and civil servant.

What nationality was Ivan Blok?

Ivan Blok was Russian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Ivan Blok

· Wikidata: Q3156068

· DBpedia: Ivan Blok

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