Peter the Great of Russia

Where he ruled:

Russia

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When he ruled:

1672-1725

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Nicknames:

Peter the Great

The Great Westernizer

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Why he’s important:

modernized Russia

made Russia a european power

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2 accomplishments:

founding of St. Petersburg

revitalized the navy

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What he’s known for:

modernizing Russia

teaching the navy to shipbuild and navigate

helped russia and europe connect

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One interesting fact:

became co-ruler at age 10

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