before 1917 revolution Flashcards
Before 1917 who ruled Russia?
Tsars (Nicholas II) (1894-1917) The Romanovs family ruled since 1613
what was Russia like politically and economically? (1917)
backwards society and people had for less freedom and democracy compared to the west.
what was the 1917 economy mainly?
Agriculteral
what stage was Russia still in in 1917?
Feudal
what was tension in 1917 Russia like?
opposition to the Tsars were increasing over time and tensions were rising due to change occurring though the conservative society was adversed to change
name two rising groups who opposed Tsars in 1917?
Menshivks and Bolsheviks
why did people oppose Nicholas Tsar?
he sought to rule without advisers and resisted change.
his wife was German
claimed jews were troublemakers
he was not fully devoted to helping people
