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Andrey Osterman

German-born Russian diplomat
Years: 1686 - 1747

Count Andrey Ivanovich Osterman (June 9, 1686 – May 31, 1747) is a German-born Russian diplomat who comes to prominence under Tsar Peter I of Russia (Peter the Great) and serves until the accession of the Tsesarevna Elizabeth.

His foreign policy is based upon the Austrian alliance.

He is General Admiral in 1740; dismissed in 1741.