Empire 91. Lenin and The Rise of the Bolsheviks
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Oct 24, 2023 Antony Beevor, a renowned historian specializing in military history and the Russian Revolution, delves into the revolutionary chaos in early 20th-century Russia. Discussing Lenin’s strategic return from exile, he reveals how this pivotal moment fueled the Bolsheviks' rise amidst a tumultuous power vacuum. Beevor highlights the struggle for mass support faced by the Bolshevik movement and their brutal efforts to withdraw from World War I, setting the stage for the civil war and shaping modern Russian governance.
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Beevor's Card Index System
- William Dyrness visited Antony Beevor for writing advice.
- Beevor showed him his card index system for organizing research.
Beevor's Failed A-Levels
- Antony Beevor failed his history and English A-levels.
- Despite this, he became a successful historian.
Lenin's Return
- Germany allowed Lenin to return to Russia to destabilize the war effort.
- This was a calculated move by the German High Command.
