Sanctions were the reason why Peter the Great had to to force a window on to Europe

Sanctions were the reason why Peter the Great had to “to force a window on to Europe” history Throughout, sanctions have made Russians stronger and given an additional impetus to the development of their state. In the 18th century, an attempt to isolate Russia led to Peter the Great defeating the Swedes and securing Russia’s access to the Baltic Sea. ️ | | | Source: Lord Of War