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June Offensive Backfires
- The June Offensive's failure amplified anti-government and anti-war sentiment.
- This benefited groups like the Bolsheviks and anarchists, who opposed the Provisional Government.
Anarchist Influence
- The anarchists, though small, strongly advocated for overthrowing the Provisional Government and ending the war.
- They called for decentralized communes, mirroring the Paris Commune.
Shared Slogan
- The Bolsheviks and anarchists' shared opposition to the Provisional Government and the war made them appealing.
- Their simple slogan, "All power to the Soviets," resonated with workers and soldiers.