You philosophers are lucky men. You write on paper and paper is patient. Unfortunate Empress that I am, I write on the susceptible skins of living beings.
Catherine The Great Quotes
Power without a nation's confidence is nothing.
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| Birth: | 2nd May, 1729 |
| Death: | 17th November, 1796 |
| Nationality: | Russian |
| Profession: | Royalty |
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Catherine the Great was born in Stettin, Pomerania, Prussia. She was the most renowned and the longest-ruling female leader of Russia, reigning from 9 July 1762 until her death in 1796 at the age of 67. Her reign was called Russia's golden age. Russia was revitalized under her reign, growing larger and stronger than ever and becoming recognized as one of the great powers of Europe.
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