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Education
From an early age, Peter's education was put in the hands of several tutors commissioned by his father. After the death of his father, Peter's half-brother, Feodor, was left to take care of his education. -
Death of Father
Peter's life was constantly under threat from factions surrounding the two widows of his father. When Peter's father died in January of 1967, his elder brother succeeded as Feodor III. His succession was legal and no-one could dispute it. -
Peter's Passions and beliefs
When Peter was young, he was fascinated by modern tools and machines in foreigner's ships. He also has a passion for ships and the sea. -
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Young Peter in Neighborhood
People in German quarter of Moscow were accustomed to seeing the young Peter striding through neighborhood. -
Death of Brother
Peter's eldest brother, Feodor, died in 1682. -
Chronic Sickness off Half-Brother
After the death of Feodor, there was a dispute between the two families over who should inherit the throne. Peter's other half-brother, Ivan, was next in line for the throne, but he was chronically ill and incapable of taking over the throne. The council decided that Peter would become Czar and his mother would be regent. -
Thinking about the Future
When Peter was young, he believed that Russia's future depended on having a warm-water port. Russia could then compete with more modern states of western Europe. -
First Wife Marriage
Peter's mother selected his first wife, Eudoxia, with the advice of other nobles in 1689. They had three children together, only one made it to adulthood, but was later executed for treason by Peter himself at the age of 28. -
Grand Embassy
In 1967, Peter embarked on the "Grand Embassy" which was a long visit to Western Europe. One of Peter's goals was to learn about European customs and manufacturing techniques. It was also the first time a czar traveled among Western "heretics" -
Education
Peter believed education was the key to Russia's progress.To promote education and growth Peter wanted a seaport that would make travel to West easier -
Second Wife Marriage
Peter officially got married to his second wife, Catherine. They had 11 children together,only two survived to adulthood. -
Execution of Son
In 1718, Peter convicted his eldest son, Alexei, of treason and had him secretly executed. -
Receiving Titles
In 1721, Peter proclaimed Russia an empire and received the titles, Emperor of All Russia, Great Father of the Fatherland, and "the Great."
