Fin vs History Gunned Down in Diamanté Panties | The Russian Revolution of 1917 (Part 5/5)
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Jul 17, 2025 The podcast dives into Lenin's shocking rise to power and the chaotic fall of the Romanovs, highlighting the absurd realities of the Russian Revolution. With humor, they discuss everything from trivial misunderstandings causing major power shifts to a darkly comedic portrayal of the Romanov family's final moments. Food and drink become a playful backdrop for reflections on history, while a 15-hour meeting ignites a pivotal armed revolt. Through hilarity and tragedy, they capture the turbulent essence of this transformative era.
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Kerensky's Arming Boosts Bolsheviks
- Kerensky's fear of Kornilov's coup led him to arm the Bolsheviks, reversing earlier repression.
- This mistake empowered the Bolsheviks, significantly boosting their strength ahead of the October Revolution.
Lenin's Risky Peace Treaty
- Lenin agreed to give large parts of western Russian land to Germany in the Treaty of Brest-Litovsk.
- This unpopular peace deal was a strategic gamble to end the war early and focus on the civil war, ultimately saving the Bolshevik cause.
Civil War's Brutal Complexity
- The Russian Civil War was brutal with millions dying, and there were no clear heroes or villains.
- The Whites failed due to arrogance, poor organization, and alienating peasants, despite multiple opportunities to win.