Russian Revolution and WWI Flashcards
Who was the leader of the Bolsheviks and what teachings did they follow?
Lenin; Communism
What was the final blow that ended Czar rule in Russia? What happened to Nicholas II and his family?
Eventually striking and riots in Russia (along with war losses) lead Tsar Nicholas II to leave the throne, Tsar’s would not rule Russia again after. Eventually the Tsar and his family would be killed
What event lasted 3 years and resulted in Lenin becoming leader of Russia? What was the new nation called and which political party was in charge?
Russian Civil War; Red vs White vs Green army; USSR / Bolsheviks
List and define the M.A.I.N causes of WWI
Militarism, Alliances, Imperialism, Nationalism
What is Militarism?
Build up military and armaments, countries want to use armies if they build them up
What are Alliances?
European powers formed 2 opposing alliances, building confidence from backup and forcing allies to join in war
What is Imperialism?
Countries take over weaker ones, lead to rivalries and desire for revenge among European powers
What is Nationalism?
Desire for one’s own country or belief in the superiority of one’s own nation
Trouble was brewing in the Balkans because which empire was falling apart?
Ottoman Empire
What event sparked WWI?
Assassination of Franz Ferdinand (Archduke of Austria Hungary)
What were the main reasons that the US joined the War?
Sinking of the Lusitania, Zimmerman Telegram
What was in the Treaty of Versailles? (include 14 Points, League of Nations and lack of US support)
a. Agree to end WWI; Germany takes blame, has to pay rest of Europe for damages
b. Europeans wanted to punish Germany, US wanted to ensure there would be long term peace
c. Wilson’s 14 points were made to ensure peace with fair treatment of both sides, included the creation of the league of nations
d. U.S. Congress rejected League of Nations because it might draw the U.S. out of Isolationism and into European conflicts
