Quotes: The February Revolution

Question 1

How did Nicholas respond to orders to abdicate?

Answer 1

‘If it is necessary that I should abdicate for the good of Russia, then I am ready for it’ - Tsar Nicholas II

Question 2

What did Nicholas tell the commander of the Petrograd Garrison?

Answer 2

‘I command you tomorrow to end the disorders in the capital which are not permissible in a time of difficult war with Germany and Austria’ - Tsar Nicholas II

Question 3

What was the famous line that symbolised mutinies?

Answer 3

‘To arms! To arms! To arms! They Are killing innocent people, our brothers and sisters! - Feodor Linde

Question 4

What did Petrograd’s chief of police say about the February Revolution in comparison to the 1905 Revolution?

Answer 4

‘We are on the eve of big events, compared with which 1905 was child’s play’ October 1916

Question 5

What was the first thing that Rodzianko cabled the Tsar?

Answer 5

‘Situation deteriorating. Imperative to take immediate steps for tomorrow will be too late’

Question 6

What was the second thing that Rodzianko cabled the Tsar?

Answer 6

‘The situation is serious. The capital is a state of anarchy. The government is paralysed. Transport service and the supply of food and fuel have become completely disrupted. General discontent is growing … There must be no delay. Any procrastination is tantamount to death’

Question 7

How did Nicholas reply to Rodizanko’s messages?

Answer 7

‘The fat Rodzianko has again sent me some nonsense to which I will not even reply’ - Tsar Nicholas II

Question 8

What did Tsarina Alexandra say about the February Revolution?

Answer 8

‘This is hooligan movement, young people run and shout that there is no bread, simply to create excitement, along with workers who prevent others from working. If the weather were very cold they would probably all stay at home. But all this will pass and become calm if only the Duma will behave itself’ - Tsarina Alexandra Romanov