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Catherine the Great of Russia

  • Birth

    Birth
  • Arrival in Russia

    Arrival in Russia
    She arrived in Russia as Grand Duchess Catherine Alekseyevna,
  • Married Peter

    Married Peter
    Peter was the grandson of Peter the Great and was also heir to the throne.
  • Becomes Empress

    Catherine the Great takes her husband's place on the throne after having him arrested and impeached shortly after obtaining his position.
  • Established Smolny Institute

    Established Smolny Institute
  • Specified Poland's Border

    Specified Poland's Border
  • Published Guide for Education of Young Noble Women

  • Proclaimed War with Turkey

    Proclaimed War with Turkey
  • Death

    Stroke