St Petersburg Soviet

When did a wave of strike occurs and what did it lead to?

Sept 1905, a general strike in October

What did workers form in order to coordinate their activities more effectively?

Soviets, or working councils

Where were the largest soviets established?

St Petersburg and Moscow

What did the soviets focus on?

Improved wages, shorter working hours and better working conditions

What was the soviet newspaper called?

Izvestia

Who recognised the revolutionary potential of the soviets?

Radicals, from the SD and SR

Who became chairman of the St Petersburg Soviet?

Leon Trotsky

Why was the chairman important?

Encouraged strike action to continue

Why was it significant?

Big influence on Nicholas decision to formulate the October Manifesto, also very urgent