Catherine I born 1685 and died in 1727 was famous because she was a peasant and a foreigner who after being taken as a prisoner of war at 17 managed to become mistress and friend to the most powerful people in Russia, the mistress to the Tzar and finally the first female empress in a country unaccustomed to being ruled by a woman. She ruled for only two years but not only made secure the changes her husband started in the country, which could well have been destroyed, but was an influence for mercy and compassion for her husband who was not known for his "people" orientation. Her daughter Elizabeth was able to rule after her. Her story is that of the stuff of legends. She was beautiful as a young girl, sensible always and supportive to Peter. It was considered the most successful relationship of his life
She was the Queen of Russia and the daughter-in-law of Peter the Great. She was married to his son Peter III and she was a very powerful monarch . Peter was dethroned by a conspiracy and Catherine was made Empress. On July 1762 Peter III was murdered ( many believe she had it done).
Catherine the Great was famous for being the longest ruling female leader in Russian history. She ruled from 1762-1796.
Catherine the Great is best known for being one of Russia's most powerful and successful rulers. She ruled during what is known as the Golden Age of Russia.
Catherine Howard is famous for being Henry VIII's fifth wife. Born circa 1523 in London, she married Henry in 1540 but was put to death for charges of treason and adultery only two years in 1542.
Catherine the Great of Russia __ NOT Catherine the Great. She was born Sophia Augusta Frederika of Anhalt-Zerbst on April 21, 1729. She took the name Catherine after she moved to Russia because it sounded more Russian (she was German). It was not her middle name.
How sharper than a serpent's tooh it is to have a thankless child.
The story the 'Taxi Man' by Catherine Lim is a famous piece of work. It is a good story and it is an important piece of literature about a taxi man who looks out for others.
One of the most famous rulers of the Russian Empire
Catherine Helen Spence was famous for being the first Australian candidate.
There are a number of saints named Catherine. Please be specific.
There are a number of saints named Catherine. Please be specific.
There are a number of saints named Catherine. Please be specific.
Famous - 2003 Catherine Zeta-Jones was released on: USA: 2006
A famous french actress
Catherine Bach became famous when she starred in "The Dukes of Hazzard" TV show (1979-1986) as the character Daisy Duke.
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Catherine Austin Fitts is most famous for serving as Assistant Secretary of Housing at HUD during the first Bush administration. Catherine was also the founder and president of Hamilton Securities Group.
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Catherine O'Hara is a Canadian Actress, writer, and comedienne. She is most famous for her roles in the TV show "SCTV" and the films "After Hours," "Beetlejuice," "Home Alone," and more.
Catherine Malandrino become famous as a fashion designer. She team up with Kohl's for a collaboration. She will be creating an 80 pieces collection for Kohl's store and online store.