Russian Empire
Definition
The Russian Empire was a state that existed from 1721 until the Russian Revolution in 1917. It was one of the largest empires in world history, stretching across Eastern Europe, Asia, and North America.
Related terms
Tsar/Czar: This is a title used to designate East and South Slavic monarchs or supreme rulers. In the context of the Russian Empire, it refers to the emperor.
Serfdom: A status of peasants under feudalism where they were tied to land owned by their lord. They were essentially agricultural laborers who could be bought, sold or traded along with the land.
Peter The Great: He was a Tsar of Russia who implemented extensive reforms aimed at westernizing Russia. His reign saw expansion of territory, modernization of society and military.
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Subjects (2)
AP European History
AP US History
Study guides (5)
AP World History: Modern - 3.1 Expansion of Land-Based Empires
AP World History: Modern - 3.4 Comparison in Land-Based Empires
AP World History: Modern - 6.6 Causes of Migration from 1750 to 1900
AP World History: Modern - 7.1 Shifting Power After 1900
AP World History: Modern - 7.9 Causation in Global Conflict
Practice Questions (3)
Which trade good MOST motivated the Russian Empire's eastward expansion in the 1600s?
What was a significant consequence of the Russo-Japanese War for the Russian Empire in the early 1900s?
Which shared aspect of administration between the Ottoman and Russian Empires contributed to their long-lasting dominance?
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