Revolutions 10.71- The Democratic Conference
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Oct 10, 2021 With Russia’s promised Constituent Assembly still nowhere in sight, the Provisional Government’s credibility crumbles after the Kornilov affair. The Bolsheviks gain momentum as Trotsky emerges as their powerful public voice, while voter apathy deepens. A hastily assembled Democracy Conference tries to forge a coalition, but its competing factions leave the country’s political future more uncertain than ever.
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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.