Politcal Events

There's a lot to know about political matters during the Revolution. Let's break it down to best understand how it happened, why it happened, and who was involved.

When did the Russian Revolution take place?
The revolution began March 8, 1917 and ended November 7, 1917.

Why did the Russian Revolution take place?
The revolution was a result of a series of long periods of times of unrest and repression. Only three years after WWI took place, rulers had been removed and replaced with little change to show for. Civilians were unhappy with the rule of the country led by Czar Nicolas, causing them to rebel and refuse to do their work.


People to know:

      Vlamir Lenin
-founder of Russian Communist Party
-leader of the 1917 revolution
-first head of the Soviet Union









      Czar Nicolas

-last czar of Russia
-he inherited the throne after the death of his father
-unprepared for the role, he was labeled  as an incompetent leader
-opposed to reform during a time of social and political change
-forced to abdicate in 1917

Timeline of Events

February 1917-  Another revolution begins as protests and strikes broke out.

March 1917-  Czar Nicolas tried to step down and pass the throne off to his brother, with no success. In the meantime, other Russians tried to form a temporary government.

July 1917- Vladmir Lenin tried to take control of the temporary government. After an unsuccessful attempt he was chased back into hiding.

October 1917- Vladmir Lenin was successful in taking over. He led the split political party of the Russian Social-Democrat Labor Party and took control of Russia.



Outcome of Revolution
The most significant outcome of the revolution was the fall of the Russian Empire. This in turn led to the beginning of socialism under Vladmir Lenin. This marked a new era for Russia, specifically with its political and economic relations.



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Russian Revolution Timeline