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Peter the Great -- "Petr Veliky" -- was Russia's first emperor and is remembered for the reforms he instituted.
He traveled through Europe incognito and socialized with nobility and commoners alike.
I'd say he was a fascinating man and I would have enjoyed having dinner with him!
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Yes, Francine, Peter the Great accomplished much for Russia. I'd say that he brought her out of the dark ages and into the light.
Some Russians, would however disagree with me, insisting that he blatently disregarded the old traditions/customs by adopting Western ideas and as the final insult, dared to question the Russian Orthodox Church.
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