Russian Revolution & WWI: Key Concepts and Figures

Why did the Russian Revolution happen?

The rest of the world was advancing while Russia wasn't

What is revisionist history?

Rewriting history to rationalize your actions or decisions.

What was Russia like before the revolution?

they were behind in industrialization and democratic institutions. There was poverty, illiteracy, and frustration among the people.

What were Russia's goals for WWI?

Control of the straits, influence in the balkans, and gain more territory.

What was the Bolshevik revolution?

it was a revolution of industrial production but it was not a real marxist revolution.

What happened to Russia during WWI?

They were completely unprepared for war. They lacked transportation infrastructure, rail connections to warm water ports, and stockpiles of modern weapons.

Who are the big three and what were their roles?

Stalin (the organizer of the russian rev.), Lenin (the charismatic leader of the russian rev), and Trotsky (the creator of the red army).

What was the Treaty of Brest-Litovsk?

It ended Russia's participation in the war.

What was the three word slogan for the revolution?

Peace, love, bread

Why did Trotsky want to delay the Brest-Litovsk?

He thought that with enough time Germany would turn communist.

What did the "time of troubles" show the people?

That they needed a singular leader for the country to function.

What does Putin think of the Bolshevic Revolution?

He thinks that it is the greatest betrayal in Russian history.