Peter the Great
Rylie Roberts
April 24, 2016
Abstract
Peter the First, also known as Peter the Great, was a Russian czar in the late 17th century, his main goal as a leader was to make reforms and to turn Russia into a great nation. As one of the most famous rulers in history, he first ruled as czar, king, and later became Russia’s first emperor. He transformed his country and his people, which were isolated and backward, into a great European power.
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Peter the Great
Synopsis
Originally named Pytor Alekseyevich, he was born in Moscow, Russia on June 9, 1672. He was the 14th child of Czar Alexis by his second wife. When Alexis died in 1676, he was succeeded by his oldest son, Feodor, who died shortly after …show more content…
At age 17, he successfully removed Sophia and Ivan from power, and was declared the sole ruler of Russia. Throughout his time, Peter created a strong navy, reorganized the Russian army according to Western Standards, secularized schools, administrated greater control over the Orthodox Church, and introduced a new administration as well as new territorial divisions of country.
Inheritance Peter the Great inherited a nation that was under-developed compared to other European countries. Russia was isolated, but during his reign, Peter overcame the countries medieval aristocracy and initiated a series of changes that affected the lives of all Russians.
Sweeping Changes As a child, Peter was obsessed with education; as an adult, he focused on the development of science. Peter even recruited experts to come to Russia to educate his people in technological advances. Also, he concentrated on developing commerce and industry. By this point in time, Peter had created a gentrified bourgeoisie population.
Everyday …show more content…
However, many do not know that he was, indeed, a cruel one as well. If someone wasn’t in agreeance with him, he would have them executed. Sometimes, he even executed some people personally. He also forced many Russians to work against their will in his mines and factories and on building projects. Peter also extended serfdom, a system in which peasants lived in conditions slightly better than slavery. High taxes accompanied his various reforms and often led to revolts among citizens. These revolts were immediately suppressed by the imposing ruler. Peter was eager to cut the elite off from their traditions to increase state power and commit them to new
Rylie Roberts
April 24, 2016
Abstract
Peter the First, also known as Peter the Great, was a Russian czar in the late 17th century, his main goal as a leader was to make reforms and to turn Russia into a great nation. As one of the most famous rulers in history, he first ruled as czar, king, and later became Russia’s first emperor. He transformed his country and his people, which were isolated and backward, into a great European power.
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Peter the Great
Synopsis
Originally named Pytor Alekseyevich, he was born in Moscow, Russia on June 9, 1672. He was the 14th child of Czar Alexis by his second wife. When Alexis died in 1676, he was succeeded by his oldest son, Feodor, who died shortly after …show more content…
At age 17, he successfully removed Sophia and Ivan from power, and was declared the sole ruler of Russia. Throughout his time, Peter created a strong navy, reorganized the Russian army according to Western Standards, secularized schools, administrated greater control over the Orthodox Church, and introduced a new administration as well as new territorial divisions of country.
Inheritance Peter the Great inherited a nation that was under-developed compared to other European countries. Russia was isolated, but during his reign, Peter overcame the countries medieval aristocracy and initiated a series of changes that affected the lives of all Russians.
Sweeping Changes As a child, Peter was obsessed with education; as an adult, he focused on the development of science. Peter even recruited experts to come to Russia to educate his people in technological advances. Also, he concentrated on developing commerce and industry. By this point in time, Peter had created a gentrified bourgeoisie population.
Everyday …show more content…
However, many do not know that he was, indeed, a cruel one as well. If someone wasn’t in agreeance with him, he would have them executed. Sometimes, he even executed some people personally. He also forced many Russians to work against their will in his mines and factories and on building projects. Peter also extended serfdom, a system in which peasants lived in conditions slightly better than slavery. High taxes accompanied his various reforms and often led to revolts among citizens. These revolts were immediately suppressed by the imposing ruler. Peter was eager to cut the elite off from their traditions to increase state power and commit them to new