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Birth
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Marries Eudoxia
They had three children but only one survived past childhood -
Peter comes to power
Technically he was already in power but he shared it with his half brother Ivan V till his death -
Peter first visits europe
Peter went to western Europe to get help from the European Monarchs. -
Formed Russias army
He formed Russia's first army with Europeans and some Russians. -
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The Great Northern War
This was a war between Russia and Sweden for the Ports that were needed so Peter could have a permanent influence on European affairs. -
The founding of St. Petersburg
Peter created the new city in the province of the Swedish empire that he had conquered, and made it the new capital city of Russia. -
Marries second wife
After his death she would succeed him for two years till her own demise -
Aleksei dies
Peter had him tried and executed fro being involved with his court opponents. This was a very bad move since Peter was his only remaining heir. -
Peter dies
He died due to many health issues leaving no male heir to the throne.
