Fin vs History Travelling Back In Time to Throw American Cheese at Lenin’s Head | The Russian Revolution of 1917 (Part 4/5)
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Jul 14, 2025 Discover the bizarre world of 1917 Russia with a blend of humor and history. The paradox of a women's march leading to change is explored alongside the grim realities of hunger and turmoil. The narrative dives into the comedic chaos surrounding key figures like Tsar Nicholas II and Trotsky, alongside insights about bread's cultural significance and the complexities of the Cossacks. From the Romanovs' house arrest to Lenin's dramatic return, each chapter reveals how absurdity and leadership shaped a revolution, all peppered with witty anecdotes.
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Women's March Sparks 1917 Revolution
- The 1917 International Women's Day march in Petrograd was the only one to spark a real effect in history.
- Women marched for bread in a deeply sexist society, triggering major revolutionary events.
Cossacks Support Bread Riots
- The Cossacks, elite cavalry troops often sent to the front, sympathized with starving protesters.
- They crossed lines to support marchers, escalating riots that contributed to the February Revolution.
Tsar Abdicates Quietly
- Tsar Nicholas II was worn down and indifferent, leading to a collapse of the centuries-old Romanov dynasty.
- He abdicated not with a bang, but with a whimper, marking the end of monarchy in Russia.