What if 'Catherine the Great' Built a 'Great Wall' Too?

 You know the Great Wall of China, but what-if ‘Catherine the Great’ dreamed of her own ‘Great Wall’ in Crimea?

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********Disclaimer:
The concept of Catherine the Great’s "Great Wall" in Crimea is a speculative exploration based on historical rumors. The references provided focus on well-documented aspects of Catherine’s reign and her actions in Crimea, offering a foundation for imagining how history might have unfolded differently.

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References for this episode:
Online References:
1. "When Catherine the Great Invaded the Crimea and Put the Rest of the World on Edge"
This article explores Catherine’s annexation of Crimea and its impact on European geopolitics.
URL: https://www.smithsonianmag.com/history/when-catherine-great-invaded-crimea-and-put-rest-world-edge-180949969/
2. "Greek Plan" (Wikipedia)
An overview of Catherine’s "Greek Plan," highlighting her ambitions to expand Russian influence in the Black Sea region.
URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Greek_Plan
3. "1783: The Founding of Sevastopol"
Details Catherine’s establishment of a strategic naval base in Crimea, reflecting her focus on fortifying the region.
URL: https://scalar.fas.harvard.edu/imperiia/1783-the-founding-of-sevastopol
4. "The First Annexation of Crimea 1784"
Discusses the Treaty of Constantinople and Catherine’s efforts to integrate Crimea into the Russian Empire.
URL: https://www.crimeahistory.org/the-first-annexation-of-crimea-1784/
5. "Claiming Crimea: A History of Catherine the Great's Southern Empire" (Harvard University Press)
A scholarly analysis of Catherine’s policies in Crimea and their historical significance.
URL: https://projects.iq.harvard.edu/history_winter_reading_list/news/oneill-kelly-claiming-crimea-history-catherine-greats-southern
6. "Catherine the Great's Expansion: Russian Imperial Ambitions"
Outlines Catherine’s territorial expansions and the long-term implications of her imperial policies.
URL: https://www.worldatlas.com/early-modern-era/catherine-the-great-s-expansion-russian-imperial-ambitions.html
7. "Catherine II Manifesto on Accession of Crimea Peninsula, Taman Island..."
A historical document detailing Catherine’s annexation of Crimea and the creation of the Taurida region.
URL: https://www.prlib.ru/en/history/619179
8. "Crimean Journey of Catherine the Great" (Wikipedia)
Describes Catherine’s inspection trip to Crimea in 1787, showcasing her commitment to the newly acquired territory.
URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Crimean_journey_of_Catherine_the_Great

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