Which of these reforms did Peter the Great introduce to modernize Russia's military?
Mandatory military service
Creation of a standing army
Abolishing the use of firearms
Promoting the use of cavalry
Answer
Peter the Great introduced the creation of a standing army as part of his efforts to modernize Russia's military. This reform helped Russia become a major European power and allowed it to successfully challenge other nations in wars, such as the Great Northern War against Sweden.
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