Peter the Great sought to control the Baltic Sea to secure a "window to the West" for Russia, enhancing trade and access to European markets. By gaining control over the region, he aimed to modernize Russia and strengthen its navy, which were crucial for expanding Russian influence and power. Additionally, controlling the Baltic Sea allowed Russia to challenge Swedish dominance in the area, thereby asserting its status as a significant European power.
The Bolsheviks under Vladimir Lenin won control of Russia.
women under the control of communist russia were considered?
Yes, Russia controls Siberia.
Russia gave up all claims to its North American Colony.
Alaska was originally owned by Russia.
Russia does not and never has had control of Samoa.
The Austro-Serbian Alliance was made to prevent Russia from gaining control of Serbia. It is similar to the Dual Alliance because they were both made with Russian protection in mind.
Yes Russia had control of Montenegro. From 1806-1807. (Montenegro was not a country back then, but Russia controlled the area of modern day Montenegro)
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Nicholas II of Russia viewed hate for Jewish people and beliefs itself as a unification method for gaining supporters for his cause.
Russia is famous for big lands. When Japan started to become westernatized, the Russian felt that japan was their competition. Therefore, it motivated RUssia to control Asia.