3. Nicholas II: The Unprepared Last Tsar
Nicholas II ascended the Russian throne in 1894, yet he was woefully unprepared for the immense responsibilities of ruling a vast, unstable empire. His lack of training and political acumen left him indecisive during critical moments, especially as Russia faced war and revolution. Unable to enact reforms or inspire confidence, Nicholas’s reign ended in the upheaval of the Russian Revolution and the collapse of the Romanov dynasty.
