Reign of Catherine the Great (jul 9, 1762 – nov 17, 1796)
Description:
She came to power following a coup d'état when her husband, Peter III, was overthrown. Under her reign, Russia was revitalized; it grew larger and stronger, and was recognised as one of the great powers of Europe.Added to timeline:
Date:
jul 9, 1762
nov 17, 1796
~ 34 years