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Czar's Death and Early Reign Spark Russian Turbulence
A historical account describes the Czar's virtuous aims to reform Muscovy after his ascent at a young age. It notes travel to study good governance, efforts to curb old customs, and the military reforms that shaped later expansion. It also covers succession after the 1682 death of the former Czar Theodore, the youth's proclamation, and Princess Sophia's push to share power amid a Strelitz revolt.
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Muscovy
Deceas
Czar
Theodore
Prince John
Sophia
Tee
Strelitzes