How are the territorial ambitions of Peter the Great reflected in Map 18.5, "The Expansion of Russia, 1462-1689"?

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Map 18.5 shows Peter the Great's territorial ambitions reflected in his desire to gain access to the Baltic and Black Seas. The map shows Russian expansion along the Baltic coast and the conquest of the Ottoman Empire, which allowed Russia to gain access to the Black Sea. There is no indication of Peter the Great placing more value on eastward expansion over westward expansion, and while Siberia is shown on the map, it is not highlighted as a key focus of Russian expansion during Peter's reign. The map also does not show a particular emphasis on inland waterways.

How Are the Territorial Ambitions of Peter the Great Reflected