War Communism Flashcards
1
Q
Grain Requisitioning
A
Cheka seized grain from countryside to feed the Red Army
2
Q
Ban of private trade
A
Private trade and manufacture banned
State controlled supply and demand
3
Q
Rationing
A
Rations distributed based on class
Workers and soldiers received largest rations
Bourgeoisie for starvation rations
—> “Former People”
4
Q
Nationalisation of Industry
A
All industry brought under state control
Communities replaced by managers
5
Q
Labour Discipline
A
• Harsh punishments for lateness and absentees
• Internal passports introduced
—> Stopped workers fleeing to
countryside
