<p>Born Sophie of Anhalt-Zerbst, a young princess marries the heir to the Russian throne and becomes Catherine the Great. Learn how she was able to usurp the crown from her husband - with the help & support of the Russian people - to become the country’s longest ruling female leader.</p>

Born Sophie of Anhalt-Zerbst, a young princess marries the heir to the Russian throne and becomes Catherine the Great. Learn how she was able to usurp the crown from her husband - with the help & support of the Russian people - to become the country’s longest ruling female leader.

<p>Born Sophie of Anhalt-Zerbst, a young princess marries the heir to the Russian throne and becomes Catherine the Great. Learn how she was able to usurp the crown from her husband - with the help &amp; support of the Russian people - to become the country’s longest ruling female leader.</p>

Catherine the Great

A history podcast for people who don't necessarily like history. Want to learn a little bit about Ancient Rome or the Black Death but don't want to spend hours doing it? Jack and Lauren present a topic in history quick enough for your commute. Now sit back, relax, and learn something.

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