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Kornilov's Ironic Downfall
- General Kornilov's attempt to establish a military dictatorship ironically paved the way for the Bolsheviks' rise to power.
- His fear of a Bolshevik uprising led to actions that ultimately facilitated their seizure of power.
Delayed Assembly, Eroded Legitimacy
- The Provisional Government's failure to convene the Constituent Assembly undermined their legitimacy.
- Their authority was tied to the expectation of convening this assembly, yet they repeatedly delayed it.
Impact of the June Offensive
- The June Offensive's failure significantly impacted the Provisional Government's decision-making regarding the Constituent Assembly.
- Their initial delay was based on the assumption of a swift victory, which proved to be a miscalculation.