Revolution in Russia Preview Main Idea / Reading Focus Russia and World War I The Russian Revolution Faces of History: Vladimir Lenin After the Revolution

Revolution in Russia Main Idea Reading Focus The war and social unrest combined to push Russia to the edge of a revolution. The events that followed led to Russia’s exit from the war and became a major turning point in world history. Reading Focus What was Russia’s experience in World War I? What were the main events of the Russian Revolution? What major events took place after the Russian Revolution?

World War I and the Russian Revolution Section 5: Revolution and Civil War in Russia Witness History Audio: Voices From the Front Witness History Audio: V.I. Lenin The March Revolution Ends Tsarism The deaths and civilian poverty due to World War I led to the collapse of the Russian monarchy. In its place ruled Duma politicians. However, radical socialists led by V.I. Lenin soon took center stage. Lenin and the Bolsheviks Notes: Listen to the Witness History audio. Then read aloud the main idea for each subheading in this section and show the related visuals. After listening to the Witness History audio, ask, “How does the writer of the letter feel about the war?” (He does not believe in it.) “How have conditions at home affected his opinion?” (His family’s imminent starvation makes him want to help them instead of fighting.) When showing Color Transparency 161, point out the borders of the Russian Empire before WWI and 1921. Then point out the line of the treaty of Brest-Litovsk. Ask, “How did Russia’s territory change from 1914-1921?” (Russia lost control of the Baltic States, Finland, and Poland.) Point out that Russia did not lose as much territory as it would have if the Treaty of Brest-Litovsk had stood. As students to consider how Russians may have felt about losing so much territory. Lenin spread Marxist ideas among factory workers. He supported the implementation of socialism through a revolution of workers. Note Taking Transparency 173 1 of 7

The Years Before the War Russia and World War I Russia a troubled nation Czar Nicholas II had promised reform after 1905 revolution, but delivered little real change Bolsheviks sought to change life through revolution, wanted to overthrow czar Led by Lenin, wanted proletariat to rule Russia as socialist country The Years Before the War Adaptation of Marxist ideas of overthrow of capitalism Wanted elite group to keep much of power over Russia As Russia’s problems grew more serious, Bolsheviks gained more followers Czar Nicholas hoped World War I would cause people to rally to his leadership Bolshevik Plan

Russia in World War I Preparations for War On the Battlefield At the start of the war, Russia had an enormous army of some 6 million soldiers. Outbreak of fighting caused patriotism, rush to join military Otherwise Russia ill-prepared for war Factories unable to produce supplies quickly Transportation system weak Equipment outdated Preparations for War Many Russian officers advanced on connections, not ability Some initial successes on battlefield Losses soon outnumbered victories Millions of Russian soldiers wounded, killed during early battles On the Battlefield

Conditions Grow Worse Czar Nicholas II took personal command of forces, 1915 Move made little sense since he knew little of military matters Czar’s fate became linked with fate of Russian armed forces Bad situation grew worse under Czar’s command Russian army seemed doomed Central Powers were able to stop Russian offensive Destroyed Russian soldiers’ faith in leadership Army had little strength, even less confidence Conditions in Russia worse than on battlefield Food, goods scarce; peasants grew desperate Unpopular Czarina relied on Grigory Rasputin, viewed as corrupt, immoral Shaky support for Russian monarchy dipped even lower

How did World War I affect Russia? Find the Main Idea How did World War I affect Russia? Answer(s): poor economic conditions, worker strikes, unpopular czar

The Revolution of 1905 Revolution Begins 1905, many Russians ready to rebel against czar January 22, Orthodox priest, Father Gapon, brought petition to czar at Winter Palace, listing number of demands Troops fired at group; hundreds died; day known as Bloody Sunday Revolution Begins Bloody Sunday inspired many sectors of society to rise up against czar; rebellions broke out, czar’s strict rules disobeyed Workers went on strike, students protested in streets Czar promised reform, but did not follow through Massive strike in October; 2 million workers protested in streets

The October Manifesto In response to the rebellions and strikes, Nicholas II issued the October Manifesto, an official promise for reform and a more democratic government. Manifesto promised constitution Individual liberties to all, including freedom of speech, assembly Many gained right to vote Provisions Voters would elect representatives to the Duma, assembly to approve all laws Czar continue to rule, but not pass laws without approval of Duma Duma Nicholas II hoped Manifesto would end revolution Did not achieve balance between own power, democracy People still wanted reform End Revolution

The Russian Revolution By the end of 1916, Russia was once again on the edge of a revolution. As the new year began and conditions in Russia continued to worsen, the Russian people clearly wanted a change. Citizens protested in streets of Petrograd, March 8, 1917 Police, soldiers refused to shoot rioters Government was helpless Revolution Begins Ordered legislature to disband His order defied Citizens, government, military refused to obey Czar Forced to abdicate, March 15, 1917 Czar Nicholas II March revolution known as February Revolution Russian calendar at time 13 days behind New calendar adopted, 1918 Calendar Change

The Russian Revolution Provisional Government Duma established temporary government Led by Aleksandr Kerensky Many unhappy with new leadership Bolsheviks Led opposition to Kerensky’s provisional government Wanted fundamental change in government and society Planned Marxist revolution Bolshevism Abolish private property Enforce social equality Later known as Marxism-Leninism Vladimir Lenin Bolshevik leader forced to live outside Russia Returned, April 1917 Germany hoped Lenin would weaken Russian war effort

World War I and the Russian Revolution Section 5: Revolution and Civil War in Russia The November Revolution Brings The Bolsheviks to Power Lenin promised “Peace, Land, and Bread” to the weary and starving Russian people, while the provisional government continued with the war effort. In November 1917, factory workers and sailors overthrew the government, and Lenin’s Bolsheviks took control. Russia Plunges into Civil war A war between counter revolutionaries and Communists broke out and lasted three years. The Allies sent troops to support the counter revolution. The Communists took extreme measures to ensure success—forcing peasants to produce food for the army and to work in factories, executing suspects and sending others to labor camps. Notes: Listen to the Witness History audio. Then read aloud the main idea for each subheading in this section and show the related visuals. After listening to the Witness History audio, ask, “How does the writer of the letter feel about the war?” (He does not believe in it.) “How have conditions at home affected his opinion?” (His family’s imminent starvation makes him want to help them instead of fighting.) When showing Color Transparency 161, point out the borders of the Russian Empire before WWI and 1921. Then point out the line of the treaty of Brest-Litovsk. Ask, “How did Russia’s territory change from 1914-1921?” (Russia lost control of the Baltic States, Finland, and Poland.) Point out that Russia did not lose as much territory as it would have if the Treaty of Brest-Litovsk had stood. As students to consider how Russians may have felt about losing so much territory. Color Transparency 161: Russia Before and After the Revolution of 1914 and 1921 Witness History Video: The Fall of the Tsar 2 of 7

The Bolshevik Revolution Kerensky’s final offensive Kerensky ordered final military offensive against Central Powers along Eastern Front, mid-1917 Drive failed and led to widespread rebellion in Russian army Weakened Russian army collapsed Conditions ideal for Lenin Armed Bolshevik factory workers, Red Guard, attacked provisional government, November 1917 Known as October Revolution Kerensky’s government collapsed after nearly bloodless struggle Bolshevik takeover Established radical Communist program Made private ownership of land illegal Land given to peasants Control of factories given to workers Lenin became leader

What were the main events of the Russian Revolution? Summarize What were the main events of the Russian Revolution? Answer(s): the February Revolution and the Bolshevik Revolution

World War I and the Russian Revolution Section 5: Revolution and Civil War in Russia Building the Communist Soviet Union With the Communists’ victory in the civil war, Lenin loosened his economic stranglehold and allowed some capitalist ventures. When Lenin died, Joseph Stalin rose to power with the aim of returning to “pure” Communism. QuickTake Section Quiz Progress Monitoring Transparency Notes: Listen to the Witness History audio. Then read aloud the main idea for each subheading in this section and show the related visuals. After listening to the Witness History audio, ask, “How does the writer of the letter feel about the war?” (He does not believe in it.) “How have conditions at home affected his opinion?” (His family’s imminent starvation makes him want to help them instead of fighting.) When showing Color Transparency 161, point out the borders of the Russian Empire before WWI and 1921. Then point out the line of the treaty of Brest-Litovsk. Ask, “How did Russia’s territory change from 1914-1921?” (Russia lost control of the Baltic States, Finland, and Poland.) Point out that Russia did not lose as much territory as it would have if the Treaty of Brest-Litovsk had stood. As students to consider how Russians may have felt about losing so much territory. QuickTake Chapter Test 3 of 7

Lenin sought to end Russian involvement in World War I After the Revolution Lenin sought to end Russian involvement in World War I Sent Leon Trotsky to negotiate peace with Central Powers Russia’s army virtually powerless Trotsky had to accept agreement harsh on Russia Russia gained peace, gave up large parts of empire

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Reaction to Treaty Civil War Bolsheviks’ acceptance of peace treaty angered many Russians Bolsheviks’ opponents organized the White Army White Army included army leaders, political opponents, wealthy Russians opposed to Communist system Civil War White Army received military help from France, U.S. Civil War raged for 3 years between Lenin’s Red Army and White Army Millions of Russians died in fighting, famines Bolsheviks finally triumphed, late 1920

New Economic Policy Collapsing economy Key points The Soviet Union Brought on by civil war, pushed Russia to edge of total ruin Peasants, workers especially hard hit Lenin introduced New Economic Policy, 1921 Key points New Economic Policy permitted some capitalist activity Peasants could sell food at profit Tried to encourage badly needed food production The Soviet Union Russia reunited with several neighboring lands, became Union of Soviet Socialist Republics, dominated by Communist leadership Lenin’s death in 1924 led to struggle for control of Soviet Union

What events took place after the Russian Revolution? Sequence What events took place after the Russian Revolution? Answer(s): The Bolsheviks formed the Red Army which fought against the White Army. The White Army was made up of army leaders, political opponents of the Bolsheviks, and wealthy Russians.

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