Peter the Great

  • Peter the Great was Born

    Peter the Great was born in Moscow Russia to his parents Alexis of Russia and Natalya Naryshkina
  • Peter becomes Co-ruler of Russia

    Peter becomes Co-ruler of Russia
    Peter overtakes co-ruler of Russia with his half brother Ivan.
  • Peter's becomes sole ruler

    Peter's brother dies which allowed him to rule Russia alone
  • Peter travels to Western Europe

    Peter travels to Western Europe
    He hoped to learn about new technology and science. He also wanted to study the way fleets were organised and later build a Russian navy.
  • The Great Northern War

    The Great Northern War breaks out between Russia and Sweden
  • St. Petersburg is founded

    St. Petersburg is founded
  • Peter the Great dies

    Peter the Great dies
    Peter the Great dies of natural causes and long term health issues.