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Overview of the Russian Revolution
Feb 28, 2025
Notes on the Russian Revolution of 1917
Introduction
Overview of the Russian Revolution as a transformative historical event.
Influence on Russia and the world.
Background
Early 20th Century Russia
:
Tsar Nicholas II's rule.
Social inequality and poverty prevalent.
Majority of the population were peasants; a small elite held wealth and power.
Impact of World War I: drained resources, leading to discontent.
February Revolution
Timeframe
: February 1917
Location
: Petrograd (now St. Petersburg)
Major causes:
Food shortages.
High war casualties.
Indifference of the monarchy.
Massive protests leading to Tsar Nicholas II's abdication.
Formation of a weak provisional government that struggled to solve the nation’s issues.
October Revolution
Rise of the Bolsheviks
:
Led by Vladimir Lenin, who capitalized on public dissatisfaction.
Timeframe
: October 1917
Bolsheviks launched a coup against the provisional government.
Promised "peace, land, and bread"—an appealing message for the population.
Results of the Revolution
Bolshevik Rule
:
Start of communist rule in Russia.
Radical reforms: land redistribution and nationalization of industry.
Opposition
:
Not everyone supported the changes, leading to the Russian Civil War (1917-1923).
Formation of the
Soviet Union
in 1922 based on Marxist-Leninist principles.
Global Impact
The revolution marked a significant shift in the political landscape worldwide.
Birth of the world's first communist state.
Inspired similar movements across the globe.
Legacy influences global politics and ideology to this day.
Conclusion
The Russian Revolution was a pivotal event ending a monarchy and reshaping society.
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