Red August

Red August refers to a period in Soviet history during August 1918 when the Bolsheviks intensified military and political actions to secure power amid ongoing civil conflict. It was marked by aggressive moves to suppress opposition, including military campaigns, upheaval within cities, and efforts to establish centralized control. The term highlights the tumultuous and brutal nature of this phase, reflecting the Bolsheviks' determination to consolidate authority following the October Revolution and during the Russian Civil War.