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Catherine the Great was born in Moscow, Russia.
Catherine the Great was born in Moscow, Russia.
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Catherine was taught by her father, Prince Christian August.
Catherine was taught by her father, Prince Christian August.
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Catherine married the Grand Duke Peter in 1750.
Catherine married the Grand Duke Peter in 1750.
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Catherine II became the sole ruler of Russia after her husband's death.
Catherine II became the sole ruler of Russia after her husband's death.
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Catherine the Great improved the country's education system during her reign.
Catherine the Great improved the country's education system during her reign.
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Catherine the Great died of a heart attack in 1795.
Catherine the Great died of a heart attack in 1795.
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Study Notes
Early Life of Catherine the Great
- Born on 2nd May 1729 in Stettin, Prussia (now Szczecin, Poland)
- Father: Prince Christian August of the Anhelt family, a Prussian army officer and governor of Stettin
- Education: received from a French nanny, Babette, in subjects like French, German, History, Religion, and Music
Rise to Power
- Married the Grand Duke Peter in 1745 at the age of 15
- Became the Empress of Russia in December 1761 when Peter III became Emperor
- Became the sole ruler of Russia only a few months later
Reign of Catherine the Great
- Transformed Russia into one of the great powers of Europe
- Developed the arts and sciences in Russia
- St Petersburg became one of the world's greatest capitals under her direction
- Theatre and music flourished during her reign
- Improved Russia's education system
Death and Legacy
- Died of a stroke on 17th November, 1796
- Made Russia a great nation during her reign
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Learn about the early life and education of Catherine the Great, from her birth in Prussia to her marriage in Russia. Discover the languages she learned and the subjects she studied. Test your knowledge of this influential historical figure!
