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AP World History: Modern
Unit 3 – Land-Based Empires (1450-1750)
Topic 3.1
What were the key differences in the expansion strategies of the Russian and Ottoman empires in the 16th century?
The Russian empire expanded primarily eastward through military conquest, while the Ottoman empire expanded into Europe and Africa through diplomacy and warfare.
The expansion strategies of both empires were identical, focusing solely on military conquests.
The Russian empire expanded mainly through peaceful assimilation of surrounding territories, whereas the Ottoman empire relied solely on conflict.
Both empires primarily used trade agreements to gain territory.
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AP World History: Modern - 3.1 Expansion of Land-Based Empires
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