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Alexis I died, leading to the eventual rule of Peter.
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Peter and his half brother Ivan rule Russia
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The ruler at the time died from sickness
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In an arranged marriage, Peter was unhappy from the beginning.
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Ivan, Peter's half brother dies, leaving Peter the sole ruler of Russia.
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Peter embarks on a massive trip, visiting all parts of Europe in an attempt to make allies from Western European monarchs.
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Peter put a high tax on beards in an attempt to westernize Russia.
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A war between Russia and Sweden and other allies led to a long and bitter battle.
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Makes the capital of Russia, prospering in trade and culture
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She changed her name and converted to the Russian Orthodox church, and they had 11 children together.
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His eldest son from his first marriage was executed in secret for conspiring against him.
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Peter must undergo a surgery, but never fully recovers