Events Of The 1905 Revolution Flashcards
Who started Bloody Sunday and how?
It was started by Father Gapon, a Russian priest.
He led 200,000 protestors to the Winter Palace.
Why did Bloody Sunday occur?
They were protesting about poor conditions.
How did the troops react?
The troops panicked and opened fire, killing hundreds.
How did the proleteriat react after the troops opened fire?
They went on strike.
Who was assassinated and when?
The Tsar’s uncle, Grand Dukr Sergei Aleksandrovich.
In February 1905.
What happened in June 1905 and why?
The crew of the battleship Potemkin mutinied.
They were protesting about poor working conditions.
What happened in October 1905?
The situation reached crisis point.
A general strike brought the country to a standstill.
Who co-ordinated the strike?
The St Petersburg Soviet led by Leon Trotsky.
What is a Soviet?
A people’s council representing the factory workers’ interests.
When was Bloody Sunday?
It was 22nd January 1905.
