The Impact of WW1 + The Revolutions of 1917 Flashcards
Define the term ‘autocracy’.
A system of government where on person has total power.
Define the term ‘requistioning’?
State takeover of property of resources, such as grain!
What was the ‘Union of Zemstvos’?
A set of patriotic, rural local councils.
What was the ‘Union of Municipal Councils’?
A set of patriotic, urban local councils.
What was the ‘Zemgor’?
The joint body that devolved itself to helping Russia in the war.
What was the ‘Progressive Bloc’?
In 1915, 236 of the 422 Duma members formed into this group; they urged Nicholas II to make concessions.
Define the term ‘Dual Authority’.
This term was used to describe the balance of power/sharing of power between the Provisional Government (PG) and the Petrograd Soviet (PS).
When was Tsar Nicholas II in power?
1884-1917
What percentage of the Russian population were peasants at this time?
Around 80%
What were the Russian governments’ aims for going to war with Japan in 1904? HINT: Name as many as you can; there are 2 here!
- To expand to the East
- To rally up patriotic support
What happened in the 1905 Russo-Japanese War?
Russia were defeated by the Japanese troops.
What were the reasons as to why Russia lost the Russo-Japanese War in 1905? HINT: Name as many as you can; there are 4 reasons here!
- The unpreparedness of the military commanders.
- Underestimation of Japan’s strength (due to their racial biases).
- Poor strategy.
- Japan’s readiness, skill and spirit (patriotism).
What Port fell/was surrendered to the Japanese in January 1905?
Port Arthur
Why was the loss of the 1905 Russo-Japanese War so embarrassing for Russia?
The Russian people believed they were racially-superior to the Japanese people.
What Treaty was made to discuss Russia’s punishment?
The Treaty of Portsmouth 1905
