Catherine the Great

Birth

Apr 21, 1729

Catherine is born on April 21, 1729, as a German princess.

Death of Little Brother

Oct 15, 1742

Catherine's little brother, who was favored by their parents, dies of scarlet fever.

Catherine Meets Peter III

Nov 15, 1743

Catherine meets Charles Peter Ulrich, heir to the Russian throne.

Catherine Goes to Russia

Jan 10, 1744

Catherine visits Russia for the first time.

Marraige

Aug 21, 1745

Catherine marries Grand Duke Peter III, heir to the Russian throne.

Death of Dad

Mar 16, 1747

Catherine' father, Prince Christian Augustus, who Catherine was fond of, dies.

Alexei's Birth

Apr 20, 1754

Catherine's son, Alexei is born.

Paul's Birth

Sep 20, 1754

Catherine's first son, Paul, is born.

Anna's Birth

Jul 15, 1757

Catherine's daughter, Anna, is born.

Peter III's Death

Oct 14, 1762

Peter III, Catherine's husband was killed after Catherine took the throne from him.

Catherine Meets Potemkin

Oct 15, 1763

Catherine meets Gregory Potemkin, who became he lover for several years.