Peter the Great
16 articles tagged with "Peter the Great"
Russia's Rise: Military Might and Societal Incompatibilities
Explore Catherine II's military successes and internal challenges during Russia's rise on the European stage, reflecting broader imperial trends.
Russian Expansion Under Catherine II
Explore Catherine II's reign and her expansion of Russian territory through military and diplomatic means in Eastern Europe during the late 18th century.
Russian Succession Crisis: 1725-1762
Explore Russia's tumultuous transition after Peter the Great's death, marked by rapid changes in leadership and internal strife from 1725 to 1762.
Russian Industrialization: State Control and Social Fact
Explore Russian industrialization's unique path marked by state regulation and economic barriers, contrasting with Western Europe's free enterprise model.
Russia's Rise: Peter the Great and the Foundations of Industrialization
Explore Russia's industrial rise under Peter the Great, transforming from agrarian society to major power through resource exploitation and state control.
Russian Industrialization under Peter the Great
Explore Russia's early industrialization under Peter the Great, marked by serfdom and slow agricultural expansion in the 18th century.
Russia's Serfdom: A Persistent Institution
Explore how serfdom persisted in 18th century Russia despite decline elsewhere, shaping society through labor shortages and noble privileges.
Russia's Modernization and Cultural Isolation: 1700-1800
Explore Russia's transformation from 1700-1800 under Peter I, focusing on modernization, cultural shifts, and societal divides.
Peter the Great's Reforms in Early Modern Russia
Peter the Great's sweeping reforms transformed Russia into a modernized nation-state through centralization, meritocracy, and Western influence.
Russia's Westernization under Peter the Great
Explore Russia's transformation into a European power through Peter the Great's reforms, including cultural exchanges, city-building, and diplomatic engagements.
Peter the Great's Expansionist Policies: The Rise of Russian Imperial Power
Explore Peter I's reign, marked by territorial expansion and military victories that transformed Russia into a major European power through naval dominance and strategic alliances.
Peter the Great: Modernizing Imperial Russia
Explore Peter the Great's reign as he modernizes Imperial Russia, transforming it into a major European power through westernization and military expansion.
Russian Nobility's Transformation Under Autocratic Rule
Explore how Russian nobility transformed under autocratic rule from hereditary privilege to service-based status, impacting political stability and social structure.
The Evolution of Tsarist Autocracy in Old Muscovy
Explore the evolution of Russian tsarist autocracy from feudal roots to centralized power, highlighting key figures and events that shaped this unique form of governance.
Eastern Expansion and Russian State Formation
Explore Russia's territorial expansion during the 17th century through warfare and diplomacy, shaping its status as a European power.
Enlightened Despotisms and State Modernization in Eastern Europe
Explore Eastern Europe's use of enlightened despotism to modernize state institutions during the 18th century without relinquishing power or altering social structures.