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She survived several assassination attempts from "summary" of Catherine the Great by Robert K. Massie
Catherine the Great, ruler of Russia, faced numerous threats to her life during her reign. Despite being a powerful and influential figure, she was not immune to attempts on her life. Throughout her time as empress, several individuals plotted against her, seeking to end her rule and potentially change the course of Russian history. The fact that Catherine survived multiple assassination attempts speaks to her resilience and ability to navigate the treacherous waters of court politics. It is clear that she was not willing to go down without a fight, and was willing to do whatever it took to protect her position and power. These attempts on Catherine's life were likely driven by a variety of factors, including political rivalries, personal ...
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