Creation of the first public museum () and the Academy of Sciences. 4. Summary of Significance

These changes were often enforced through brutal methods and increased the burden of serfdom on the peasantry. Resources for Educators

The lesson typically breaks down Peter's work into several categories: Key Changes

Creation of a regular army through and the building of a powerful Baltic Fleet. Church

To understand the depth of Peter I's transformations and their historical significance in turning Russia into a European-style empire. 1. Prerequisites for Reform