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Catherine the Great of Russia

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    Religion: Lutheran

    Catherine the Great practiced Lutheran during this time period.
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    Religion: Russian Orthodox

    Catherine the Great practiced Russian Orthodox in this time period.

  • Father Died

    Catherine's father, Christian August, Prince of Anhalt-Zerbst, died.

  • Son: Paul was Born

    Catherine's son, Paul, was born.

  • Mother Died

    Catherine's mother, Joanna Elisabeth of Holstein-Gottorp, died.

  • Catherine conspired against the throne.

    Catherine II had conspired with her lover, Gregory Orlov, a Russian lieutenant, along with several others in order to remove Peter from the throne. She was able to get him to step down from power, and assumed control herself.

  • Beginning of Reform

    Catherine began the steps for real reform in Russia.
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    War and Revolt of Nationalists in Poland

    Polish nationalists form a rebellion against Russian influence in Poland. Resulted in a significant Russian victory.

  • Reorganization of the Government

    Catherine reforms the administration of the government to favor the nobility.

  • Reform of the Educational System

    Catherine adopted a new large-scale educational system.