The Russian empress Elizabeth Petrovna (1709-1761) ruled from 1741 to 1761. Her reign was marked by Russia's continuing Westernization and growth as a great power.Born in Moscow on Dec. 18, 1709, Eliz...
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Today is Saturday, Jan. 5, the 5th day of 2008. There are 361 days left in the year.Highlights in history on this date:1477 - Swiss defeat and kill Charles the Bold of Burgundy at Battle of Nancy.1...
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