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What was the significance of the Great Northern War for Peter the Great? Peter the Great
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What was the significance of the Great Northern War for Peter the Great?

The Great Northern War (1700-1721) was significant for Peter the Great as it enabled Russia to emerge as a powerful European nation. By defeating Sweden, Russia gained access to the Baltic Sea, expanded its territory, and solidified its status as a major military power in Europe.