Russian revolution Flashcards
What triggered the Russian Revolution in 1917?
Discontent due to World War One losses, economic hardship, and lack of political reform.
Who was the leader of the Bolsheviks during the Russian Revolution
Vladimir Lenin
What were the main promises of the Bolsheviks?
Peace, land to peasants, and control of factories by workers.
What was the Treaty of Brest-Litovsk?
a peace treaty between Bolshevik Russia and Germany, resulting in significant territorial losses for Russia.
What was the outcome of the October Revolution in Russia?
The Bolsheviks seized power from the Provisional Government and established a communist state.
What happened to Tsar Nicholas II and his family?
They were executed by the Bolsheviks in 1918.
What is the differance between communism and capitalism?
Capitalism prioritizes individual freedom and profit-driven innovation and development; communism, on the other hand, emphasizes community welfare over personal gain
