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Count Aleksey Grigoryevich Orlov (5 October 1737 (Sept 24 Old Style) - 5 January 1808 (Dec 24 1807 old style) ) was a distinguished commander of the Russian naval fleet in the Russo-Turkish War of 1768-74, which was used to instigate the Orlov Revolt.
He and his brother, Grigori Orlov, headed the conspiracy to remove Peter III and place Catherine II on the throne. Aleksey Orlov is the alleged assassin of Peter III.
Aleksey is generally credited with leading the guards who assasinated Peter a few days after his abdication.
References
- The Columbia Electronic Encyclopedia, 6th ed. (2004). Orlov, Aleksey Grigoryevich, Count [1] (http://www.infoplease.com/ce6/people/A0836886.html). Retrieved Sep. 28, 2004.
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