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Explore the transformative reign of Peter the Great, who reshaped Russia through Westernization, introducing European ideas, technology, and military practices. Discover the significance of Saint Petersburg, the capital he founded to symbolize his vision for a modern Russia. Understand the historical timeline, including the rise of the Romanovs, Peter's sole rule starting in 1696, his cultural reforms such as introducing potatoes and Western attire for nobles, and his establishment of navigation schools. Peter's legacy continues to influence Russia today.
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Vocab to know • Boyar- land owning nobles • Czar- meaning “caesar” in Russian. Name for the ruler. • Westernization- bringing Western European ideas to a culture. This includes, technology, military tactics and political/religious ideas. • Saint Petersburg- A new capital city built by Peter The Great
Time Line • 1574- 1560 Ivan the Terrible rules Russia • 1613- The Romanov family becomes ruling family • 1696- Peter becomes the sole ruler • 1697- Peter travels to the west • 1703 Peter starts to build St. Petersburg • 1725 Peter dies /
Peter’s Reforms • Introduces Potatoes • Started a newspaper • Made nobles dress like westerners • Opened schools of navigation