Question

what was the major goal of Peter the Great?

Answer 1

He wanted to establish a passageway to Europe, to enable cultural and technology exchanges.

Answer 2

Also, he is most recognized for the westernization of Russia

Answer 3

He accomplished the goal by beating the heck out of Sweden until they gave him part of their territory, enough so he could build the city that would become known as the city of Saint Petersberg, later known as Leningrad and later renamed to it's original title.

Answer 4

1. Peter was determined to centralize royal power.
2. He also wanted to push through social and economic reforms.
3. Finally, He wanted to adopt mercantilist policies and encouraged exports. These answers are from Ben O'Connor from Middletown.

Answer 5

Anything else?