(Tsardom & Communism) October/November Revolution, the reasons it was a success

Question 1

Reason 1

Answer 1

The Support of the Bolshevik cause was very disciplined and dedicated, and even after disagreements the whole party would make sure it would happen when a decision was made.

Question 2

Reason 2

Answer 2

800,000 supporters who were often in right places, for example Pro-Bolshevik support within major industrial centres such as Petrograd and Moscow as well as the important support from the Kronstadt naval base

Question 3

Reason 3

Answer 3

Outstanding leaders such as Lenin and Trotsky who were, charismatic and decisive in the running of the Bolsheviks throughout the October/November Revolution

Question 4

Reason 4

Answer 4

The Provisional Government was very unpopular, There were no big demonstrations demanding the return of Kerensky.