Introduction to Enlightened Absolutism
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Presentation Outline
Philosophes' Influence
Defining Enlightened Absolutism
Policies in Austria, Prussia, Russia
Frederick the Great Overview
Relations with Nobility
Religious Toleration
Economic Policies and Reforms
Joseph II and Maria Theresa
Joseph's Territorial Goals
Church Reforms and Josephinism
Economic Improvements
Catherine the Great Background
Charter of Nobility
Economic Reforms
War with Ottomans
Partition of Poland
Territories Gained
State Strength Takeaway
Group Takeaways Session
Frederick's Key Reforms
Joseph's Comprehensive Reforms
Reforms' Limited Success
Catherine's Noble Power
Continuing Peter's Reforms
Black Sea Expansion
Polish Nobles' Losses
Comparing Monarchs
Iron Ruling Concept
Session Conclusion