# Ivan VI - Emperor of all Russia

URL: https://history-russia.com/rulers/ivan-vi
Reign: 1740 - 1741
Born-Died: 1740 - 1764
Dynasty: House of Brunswick
Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ivan_VI_of_Russia

Ivan VI became emperor as an infant and was deposed by Elizabeth after a year. He spent his life in prison and was killed during a rescue attempt in 1764.

## Succession
- Preceded by: [Anna](https://history-russia.com/rulers/anna)
- Succeeded by: [Elizabeth](https://history-russia.com/rulers/elizabeth)

## Timeline events during this reign
- 1741 - [Elizabeth's coup](https://history-russia.com/timeline/1741-elizabeth-s-coup)