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Alexandra's Perspective on Protests
- Empress Alexandra viewed the February 23rd protests as a "hooligan movement."
- She believed that the protesters were simply exaggerating the bread shortage.
Nicholas's Initial Reaction
- Nicholas was initially unconcerned about the protests, prioritizing leisure activities.
- He was misinformed by Protopopov, who downplayed the severity of the situation.
Petrograd Garrison's Composition
- The Petrograd garrison, tasked with suppressing the protests, was largely made up of raw recruits.
- These conscripted peasants lacked training, discipline, and were crammed into overcrowded barracks.