In the whole world there are amazing and famous people who have helped the development of the world in various areas of their business. Russia is no exception. Catherine 2 was the Great Persiander, who made huge contributions to the development of Russia. In the past, a native of the German city of Stettin, who became the wife of Peter 3, ascended the throne under the name of Sofia, but after the adoption of Orthodoxy Catherine. The life of this man lasted a long time, full of political unrest and an incredibly rich life. Historical persons are our pride, this is what we must remember