Russian/Bolsheviks Revolution Flashcards

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When did the Russian Revolution aka the the Bolshevik Revolution take place?

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1917

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What was the Russian Revolution (Bolshevik Revolution)?

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An event where the people of Russia overthrew their Czar (king) and
created a new government.

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What caused the Russian/Bolsheviks Revolution?

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  • the people of Russia were unhappy with their government
  • WWI (created food shortages)
  • Czar Nicholas II (abused
    his power by denying the rights of the people
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Who were the Bolsheviks?

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  • group that led the Russian Revolution
  • Vladimir Lenin (leader of the Bolsheviks)
  • Peace, Land, and Bread was a slogan Lenin and the Bolsheviks used
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What happened after the Russian/Bolsheviks Revolution?

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  • Czar Nicholas II was executed
  • Lenin and the Bolsheviks came to power in Russia
  • Russia became a Communist nation (controlled by state)
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