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History's Continuum
- History is a continuous flow of events, not neatly divided eras.
- Crises and unexpected events constantly disrupt plans, forcing improvisation.
The Mirage of Breathing Spells
- A 'breathing spell' of peace and stability is an illusion.
- Life and history are full of unexpected events requiring constant reaction.
Battered Working Class
- World War One's impact on the Russian working class was devastating.
- The proletariat grew rapidly, then shrunk due to factory closures, inflation, and famine.