Everything Everywhere Daily The Russian Revolution
Jun 19, 2025
Explore the whirlwind transformation in Russia as the monarchy crumbles and the Bolsheviks rise to power. Uncover the influences of the Russo-Japanese War and the dramatic abdication of Tsar Nicholas II. Dive into the key figures like Rasputin and Lenin, and witness the chaos of the Civil War that followed. Learn how the Revolution not only reshaped Russia but inspired waves of change around the globe, laying the groundwork for the modern age.
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Russia's Backward Empire
- Russia was a vast empire ruled by an autocratic czar claiming divine authority.
- It was largely feudal and agricultural, lagging behind industrial Western nations.
1905 Revolution Sparks
- The 1905 Revolution began after Russia's humiliating defeat by Japan exposed government incompetence.
- The event shattered the Tsar's image and ignited widespread strikes and uprisings.
WWI Devastation Revealed
- World War I exposed Russia's military unpreparedness, causing catastrophic losses.
- The war worsened shortages, economic collapse, and food scarcity in cities, damaging the monarchy's reputation.