How Did World War 1 Impact On Nicholas' Authority? Flashcards
How many Russian soldiers were killed? Best estimate.
2 million
When did Nicholas declare himself Commander in Chief?
September 1915
What did Russia do in 1914?
They invaded Eastern Germany with two large armies.
How did Nicholas think his personal command would impact the morale of the soldiers?
He thought it would inspire and encourage them to fight with renewed vigour.
Why was taking personal command a bad idea?
He knew little about the command and organisation of large military forces.
Which organisation shamed Nicholas and what did they do?
The Zemstva - they provided weapons, clothes, food and medicine
What did Nicholas do in response to the Zemstva?
He shut them down and made them illegal
How many Russian men were conscripted?
12 million
How many Russian men were declared as dead, wounded or missing?
9 million
What impacted the capability of the Russian army?
The deaths of experienced officers in the early stages of the war.
How many desertions were there by 1916?
1.5 million
Who was left in charge of Russia when Nicholas took personal command of the army?
Tsarina Alexandria
Why did the people not like Tsarina Alexandria in charge of Russia?
She had German origins, was heavily corrupted by Rasputin and was a woman.
