During the reign of Romanov leader Catherine II, also known as Catherine the Great, the Russian Empire grew larger and stronger. The period of Catherine's rule—1762 to 1796—is often called the Golden Age of the Russian Empire.
Catherine II was a sophisticated patron of the arts, and during her reign, Russia adopted Western European philosophies, fashions and culture.
In later years, a campaign by Russian Emperor Alexander I represented a turning point in the Napoleonic Wars. The French invaded Russia in 1812 at the height of Napoleon Bonaparte's power. Alexander I's army defeated the French troops, dealing a major blow to Napoleon's reputation and weakening his leadership over much of Europe.
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The Romanovs
Non-FictionThe Romanov family was the last imperial dynasty to rule Russia. They first came to power in 1613, and over the next 3 centuries, 18 Romanovs took the Russian throne, including Peter the great, Catherine the great, Alexander 1 and Nicholas 2. During...
