Empress of Russia Catherine Ii
À propos de l'auteur
Catherine II, commonly known as Catherine the Great, was the Empress of Russia who reigned from 1762 until 1796. Born in Prussia, she came to power following a coup that deposed her husband, Peter III. Catherine was a remarkable leader who transformed Russia into a major European power. Her reign is noted for its expansion of the empire, the modernization of Russian society, and significant cultural advancements. She implemented reforms in administration, education, and the economy, and was a patron of the arts and the Enlightenment.
Nationalité
Russe
Date de naissance
May 2, 1729
Lieu de naissance
Stettin, Pomerania, Prussia
Date de décès
November 17, 1796
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