Absolutism in Europe

End of the Ivan Dynasty

Oct 1, 1598

At the end of the Ivan Dynasty, a time called the Time of Troubles followed after.

A New Czar

Oct 12, 1613

The Time of Troubles was ended by the national assembly picking Michael Romanov as the new czar.

Peter the Great

Oct 12, 1689

Peter the Great became monarch, he was an absolute monarch

War with Sweden

Oct 12, 1703

Russia's war with Sweden, this allowed Peter to get the land he sought.

Death of Peter the Great

Oct 12, 1725

Peter the Great during his rule had made Russia a strong military power. He formed Russia's first Navy.

End of the Romanov Dynasty

Oct 12, 1917