Historical Events tagged with "balitic"

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Politics & Government

Proclamation of the Russian Empire by Tsar Peter I

October 22nd, 1721 303 years ago

Tsar Peter I declared the establishment of the Russian Empire after defeating Sweden in the Great Northern War. This significant proclamation marked the transformation of Russia from a tsardom into an empire, showcasing its growing power in Europe. The declaration symbolized Peter's ambitions for modernization and territorial expansion, consolidating his authority and enhancing national prestige.

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