MindMap Gallery The Reign and Reform History of Ivan IV
Ivan IV, known as Ivan the Terrible in Russian history, was renowned for his iron-fisted rule. He established the oprichnina, strengthening centralization, and implemented a series of economic reforms, including land reforms and adjustments to the taxation system. In terms of religion, he suppressed heterodoxy and strengthened the position of the Orthodox Church in Russia. Additionally, Ivan IV carried out military expansions, conquering Kazan and Astrakhan, laying the foundation for the expansion of the Russian territory.
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