What the Hell was… the Russian Revolution?

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The Russian Revolution Explained
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To grasp this monumental event, envision a grand party where the guests—disgruntled workers, weary soldiers, and restless intellectuals—grow frustrated with their host, Tsar Nicholas II. For years, he has served stale bread and poor leadership amid war and famine, leading to simmering discontent.

In February 1917, the atmosphere reaches a boiling point. Protests erupt in Petrograd as frustrations over food shortages and military failures mount. The Tsar, oblivious to the storm brewing outside his palace, ultimately abdicates on March 2, realizing he has lost the support of the military. A provisional government takes over but struggles to address the needs of the people, deepening disillusionment.

Enter the Bolsheviks, led by the enigmatic Vladimir Lenin, who return from exile with a radical agenda. They promise peace, land, and bread—simple words that resonate with a hungry populace. The October Revolution unfolds on October 25, 1917, as the Bolsheviks seize key locations in Petrograd, toppling the provisional government and establishing a new regime.

This revolution marks the birth of Marxism-Leninism, challenging the foundations of capitalism and democracy and inspiring revolutionary movements worldwide. However, the aftermath is fraught with challenges, including a brutal civil war from 1917 to 1922, as the Bolsheviks fight to consolidate power. The Russian Revolution, then, is not just a change in leadership; it is a pivotal moment that reshapes the political landscape of the 20th century.


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