In a time where ideas and thoughts spread rapidly, the high and middle class people, began to question its world and the ways of thinking. They had always been followers but the leaders of a new age, would dominate and bring forth the Enlightenment. Catherine the Great was one of the most astounding women of her time. Sophia Augusta Frederika, also known as Catherine the Great, was born a German princess in 1729. Catherine had always been crafty in her thinking. At the age of 14, she was married to her husband Peter III. Later he was killed and murdered, on behalf of Catherine. So that she could become the Empress of Russia. She was well liked and intelligent during her Russian reign. The German princess conquered and defeated all. Her efforts and remarkable leadership brought Russia under her control. She was a major part of the enlightenment during which...