welcome to your weekly dose of Education with Mr minut in today's episode we're exploring one of history's most transformative events the Russian Revolution of 1917 come with us as we explore the major changes that reshaped Russia and influenced the entire world background Our Story begins in early 20th century Russia under the rule of darar Nicholas II despite its vastness and Rich cultural heritage Russia was a nation plagued by social inequality poverty and political stagnation the majority of Russians were peasants living in harsh conditions while a small Elite enjoyed immense wealth and power Additionally the first world war had drained the country's resources leading to widespread discontent and despair February Revolution things came to a head in February 1917 the people of petrograd now St Petersburg had reached their Breaking Point frustrated with food shortages War casualties and the indifference of the monarchy they took to the streets in massive protests these protests escalated into a full-blown Revolution forcing Zar Nicholas II to abdicate and bringing an end to centuries of Imperial rule a provisional government was formed but it was weak and struggled to address the nation's Dee rooted problems October Revolution amidst this chaos the Bolshevik party led by Vladimir near Lenin began to rise in prominence Lenin a charismatic and determined leader capitalized on the Public's dissatisfaction in October 1917 the Bolsheviks launched a coup against the provisional government seizing power with remarkable ease they promised peace land and bread a simple yet powerful message that resonated with war weary and impoverished Russians results the Bolsheviks Ascent marked the beginning of communist rule in Russia they embarked on radical reforms redistributing land and nationalizing Industry however not everyone supported these changes leading to the Russian Civil War a brutal conflict that lasted until 1923 the revolution's aftermath saw the formation of the Soviet Union in 1922 a new nation based on Marxist leninist principles this marked a significant shift in the world's political landscape setting the stage for the Cold War the Russian Revolution of 1917 was about more than just political changes it was a social and ideological earthquake that had far-reaching effects it ended a monarchy gave birth to the world's first communist state and inspired countless other movements across the globe its Legacy continues to influence global politics and thought to this day thank you for watching this episode don't forget to like share and subscribe for more fascinating insights into history see you in our next video