The Bolshevik Revolution: Myths and Realities

This chapter scrutinizes the controversial narrative of the Bolshevik Revolution and the abdication of Tsar Nicholas II, dismissing the official account as flawed. It highlights the profound influence of foreign support, internal betrayals, and the oppressive measures taken by the Bolsheviks post-revolution, contrasting their promises with reality. Additionally, the chapter examines the emergence of a repressive regime exemplified by the use of terror, the suppression of dissent, and the drastic socioeconomic impacts during and after the revolution.