P. I. IZMAILOV AND EMPEROR PETER III

Abstract

The paper first analyzes the development of relations between P. I. Izmailov and the Grand Duke, who became the Emperor Peter Fedorovich. It examines the role of P. I. Izmailov in protecting the interests of the Emperor in a Palace coup on 28 June 1762. On the basis of the factual evidence exploded the long-standing myth, that exists in the historical literature, that Izmailov took an ambiguous part in the June events. It is determined that he was loyal to the Emperor Peter III and had no secret service to Catherine for purposes of her ascension to the throne.

Keywords

• p. i. izmailov, peter iii, catherine ii, russian court, guard