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Dagmar of Denmark: From Empress to ExileWe are back for part 3 of the life of Dagmar of Denmark, aka Maria Feodorovna, empress of Russia. Her son, Nicholas, is now tsar and it doesn't go great for anyone. In this episode we'll discuss the complicated tightrope Dagmar had to walk as both mother and chief political advisor in a difficult time to be a royal. We'll also go into Rasputin's role in her life as well as a life in exile (spoiler alert!).Timestamps00:31 The Hosts' Banter and Patreon Shoutouts03:35 Dagmar of Denmark: Part Three Begins03:54 Dagmar's Relationship with Her Daughter-in-law08:56 Dagmar's Political Involvement and Nicholas's Reign11:04 Nicholas and Alexandra's Coronation17:16 Dagmar's Family Troubles and Retirement28:30 The Arrival of Rasputin32:02 The Unpopular Reign of Nicholas33:06 The Outbreak of World War I37:54 The Russian Revolution and Dagmar's Reaction40:37 The Aftermath of the Russian Revolution42:45 Dagmar's Return to Denmark46:41 Life in Denmark and the Legacy of DagmarSome sources:Unofficial Royalty History of Royal WomenToday I Found Out... Wikipedia Queens podcast is part of Airwave Media podcast network. Please contact advertising@airwavemedia.com if you would like to advertise on our podcast. Want more Queens? Head to our Patreon, check out our merch store and follow us on Instagram!Our awesome new intro music is thanks to @1touchproduction ! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
