Key Figures and Events of the Russian Revolution

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Who was Tsar Nicholas II and what was his role in the Russian Revolution?
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Tsar Nicholas II was the last Emperor of Russia, whose ineffective leadership contributed to the revolutionary climate.
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Who was Vladimir Lenin and what was his contribution to the Russian Revolution?
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Vladimir Lenin was a Bolshevik leader who played a critical role in leading the October Revolution and establishing Soviet rule.
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What was the significance of the Bolsheviks in the Russian Revolution?
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The Bolsheviks, led by Lenin, overthrew the provisional government in the October Revolution, initiating Soviet rule.
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Who was Leon Trotsky and what role did he play in the Russian Revolution?
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Leon Trotsky was a key Bolshevik leader, instrumental in organizing the Red Army and executing the October Revolution.
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What was the October Revolution, and why was it significant?
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The October Revolution was when the Bolsheviks seized power from the Provisional Government, marking the start of Soviet Russia.
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What was the role of the Red Army in the Russian Revolution?
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The Red Army, led by Trotsky, was crucial in defending Bolshevik power during the Russian Civil War that followed the revolution.
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Who was Alexander Kerensky and what was his involvement in the Russian Revolution?
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Alexander Kerensky was the head of the Provisional Government overthrown by the Bolsheviks during the October Revolution.
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What event marked the beginning of the Russian Revolution in 1917?
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The February Revolution in 1917 marked the beginning, resulting in Tsar Nicholas II's abdication and the formation of a provisional government.
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What was the Provisional Government and its role during the Russian Revolution?
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The Provisional Government was established post-Tsar's abdication, failing to resolve key issues, and leading to its overthrow by the Bolsheviks.
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What was the Petrograd Soviet, and how did it influence the Russian Revolution?
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The Petrograd Soviet was a powerful council representing workers and soldiers, often competing with the Provisional Government's authority.
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What role did the Russian Civil War play in the consolidation of the Revolution?
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The Russian Civil War (1917-1922) solidified Bolshevik power by defeating diverse anti-Bolshevik forces (the White Army).
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How did the Treaty of Brest-Litovsk affect Russia after the revolution?
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The Treaty of Brest-Litovsk, signed with Germany, ended Russia's participation in WWI but at the cost of significant territorial losses.
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What role did propaganda play in the Russian Revolution?
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Propaganda was crucial in spreading socialist and communist ideals, rallying support for the Bolsheviks, and discrediting opponents.
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Who was Josef Stalin during the Russian Revolution, and what role did he play?
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Joseph Stalin was an early Bolshevik leader who later became key in Soviet governance post-revolution.
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How did the international community react to the Russian Revolution?
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The international community was largely hostile, with many countries supporting the anti-Bolshevik White Army during the Russian Civil War.
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