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Peter's father dies
Alexis I died, leading to the eventual rule of Peter. -
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Peter rules jointly with his half brother
Peter and his half brother Ivan rule Russia -
Peter's brother died
The ruler at the time died from sickness -
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Marries and divorces first wife
In an arranged marriage, Peter was unhappy from the beginning. -
Ivan dies
Ivan, Peter's half brother dies, leaving Peter the sole ruler of Russia. -
"Grand Embassy"
Peter embarks on a massive trip, visiting all parts of Europe in an attempt to make allies from Western European monarchs. -
Tax on beards
Peter put a high tax on beards in an attempt to westernize Russia. -
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Great Northern War
A war between Russia and Sweden and other allies led to a long and bitter battle. -
Found St. Petersburg
Makes the capital of Russia, prospering in trade and culture -
Marries Martha Skavronskaya
She changed her name and converted to the Russian Orthodox church, and they had 11 children together. -
Son executed
His eldest son from his first marriage was executed in secret for conspiring against him. -
Peter falls sick
Peter must undergo a surgery, but never fully recovers