What was the Romanov Dynasty and why was it significant? Name at least 3 leaders and describe their accomplishments.
The Romanov Dynasty was a Russian imperial dynasty that ruled from 1613 to 1917. It was significant because it was the longest-ruling dynasty in Russian history and was responsible for the expansion of the Russian Empire.
Three leaders of the Romanov Dynasty were:
1. Peter the Great (1672-1725): Peter the Great was a reformer and modernizer who sought to westernize Russia and expand its borders. He established a standing army, built a navy, and founded the city of St. Petersburg.
2. Catherine the Great (1762-1796): Catherine the Great was an enlightened despot who sought to expand the Russian Empire and promote the arts and sciences. She annexed Crimea and expanded the Russian Empire to the Black Sea.
3. Nicholas II (1894-1917): Nicholas II was the last Tsar of Russia. He was a conservative ruler who sought to maintain the autocratic rule of the Romanov Dynasty. He was overthrown in the Russian Revolution of 1917.