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Catherine seized power in a coup from "summary" of Catherine the Great by Robert K. Massie
Enter Catherine. This was the moment she had been waiting for. Her husband, Peter III, had proven himself to be incompetent and unpopular. The people were restless, eager for change. Catherine saw her opportunity and seized it with both hands. Gathering support from key figures in the military and the court, Catherine launched her coup. In a swift and decisive move, she took control of the government, declaring herself Empress of Russia. The people, tired of Peter's rule, welcomed her with open arms. Catherine wasted no time in solidifying her power. She quickly set about implementing reforms and modernizing the country. Her intelligence and charisma won over even her harshest critics. She proved herself to be a capable and visionary leader, earning the respect and admiration of her subjects. The coup that brought Catherine to power was a turning point in Russian history. It marked the beginning of a new era, one characterized by progress and prosperity. Catherine's reign would go down in history as a golden age for Russia, a time of growth and enlightenment. In the end, Catherine's coup was not just a power grab - it was a revolution. It was a bold and daring move that changed the course of history. Catherine's legacy as one of Russia's greatest rulers was secured, thanks to her courage and determination in seizing power when the opportunity presented itself.
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