Peter the Great of Russia

Author: Henry Troy
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Publish Date: 2001-09-01
Features: A great political leader, reformer, and dictator who elevated Russia to the age of empires! An important entry point to understand Russia's past, present, and future. Peter the Great—In the 18th century, as major European powers rose, Russia lagged behind. Peter the Great, born in 1682, was an extraordinary ruler in Russian history. To catch up with the progress of civilization in Europe at the time, he challenged centuries of ignorance and isolation, driving massive reforms. Peter the Great, known as the "Father of Russia," personally led Russia into the modern world. He knew that "delay is death," so he challenged centuries of ignorance and isolation, pushing through tremendous reforms that pulled millions out of the dark ages, continuously expanded Russia's territory, and achieved unprecedented accomplishments. At the same time, Peter the Great's reforms and expansion were filled with bloodshed and slaughter. He sent many people to the guillotine and even personally executed them. He brutally tortured his rebellious son and mercilessly sentenced him to death. This film will take you through the process of modernization in 18th-century Russia under Peter the Great's rule, and it will also show you the ups and downs of Peter the Great's life.