1914-1917 Flashcards
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Impact of WW1 on Russian economy and society?
Lack of supplies for the army, guns; ammunition; food; medical aid.
Railways system collapsed.
Insufficient war production as industry declined because of lack of power/raw materials.
Imports
Mass evacuations - scorched earth policy (military tactic to destroy potential food and shelter to enemies).
What factors caused the February Revolution?
The February Revolution was caused by growing discontent from the lower class from the lack of political, economic and social action to mitigate the
What was the July Crisis?
The July crisis was a series of diplomatic and military events that escalated into the first world war.
What was the political impact of WW1 on Russia?
The public has became discontent with Tsar Nicholas’s solutions with the army’s supplies and Alexandra’s rule
What were the weaknesses of the Provisional Government?
Kerensky
Policies
The nature
What is the February Revolution?
The February Revolution began on the 23rd Feb, 1917, International women’s day which women in Petrograd went to protest food shortages and celebrate the day. This kickstarted a chain of protests, later in the month troop mutinies were common and the Soviets (Worker’s Council) began to form.
What was the outcome of the February Revolution?
Who is Alexander Kerensky?
Alexander Kerensky was a lawyer and member of the Socialist Revolutionary Party. After the feb revouliton he became a prominent figure in the prov,gov becoming Prime Minister in July.
What is the Kornilov Affair ?
The Kornilov affair was a result of the July Days. Kerensky was facing opposition from landlords and generals of Russia, who believed he wasn’t strong enough to keep the Soviets & Bolsheviks under control. In August, Commander Kornilov tried to stage a revolutionary coup to overthrow Kerensky and the Prov,gov.
What is the July Days?
The July Days was a series of events from 3-6 July, a disorganised attempt to overthrow the Provisional Government. To the extent on how involved the Bolsheviks were in the uprising initially was unclear, soviets refused to support. Bolsheviks were arrested with Lenin and Trotsky fleeing.
Who is General Lavr Kornilov?
Kornilov was appointed Commander-in-chief of Russian forces in August 1917 by Kerensky.
What were the consequences of the Kornilov affair?
- Kerensky’s reputation was irretrievably damaged
- Menshevik & Socialist Revolutionary leaders discredited because of their association
- Bolsheviks were popular, gaining suppport elected in huge numbers. Trotsky elected President of the Soviets.
What is the April Thesis?
The April Thesis was a set of directives by Lenin he released in April, 1917. They were the blueprint for the Bolsheviks, it sought the end of the Provisional Government “all power to the soviets,” confiscation of landed estates and land to be put in control of the Soviet’s in addition to the end Russia’s involvement with Germany.
Who is Leon Trotsky?
Joined the Bolsheviks in mid 1917, and was the mastermind behind the October Revolution. He led the red army to victory in the civil war.
What was the October Revolution?
