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The Great Northern War: The Rise of Russia

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The Great Northern War, fought from 1700 to 1721, was a significant conflict between Russia and Sweden for dominance in Northern Europe. Led by Peter the Great, Russia aimed to end Swedish supremacy in the region. The war began with a coalition of Russia, Denmark-Norway, and Saxony-Poland challenging the Swedish Empire, led by Charles XII.

Key battles included the Battle of Narva and the decisive Battle of Poltava in 1709, where Russia emerged victorious. The war concluded with the Treaty of Nystad in 1721, marking the decline of Sweden as a major power and the rise of Russia as a dominant force in Europe. This established Peter the Great's ambitions of modernizing Russia and expanding its influence.

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