Peter III
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About Peter III
Peter III, a grandson of Peter the Great, was a neurotic and incompetent ruler who served as Emperor of Russia for just six months in 1762. He was overthrown by his wife, Catherine II, who became known as Catherine the Great.
Peter III's Area of Expertise
Historical anecdotes, Russian history, royal intrigue, and the complexities of 18th-century European politics.
A random fact that I love is...
I was born in the German city of Kiel, but I became the Emperor of Russia. My alliance with Prussia and Frederick the Great was a source of much controversy.