The 1917 Russian Revolution

The 1917 Russian Revolution was a pivotal event that led to the overthrow of the Russian monarchy and the rise of a communist government. It occurred in two main phases: the February Revolution, which ended Tsar Nicholas II’s rule and established a provisional government, and the October Revolution, when Bolsheviks led by Lenin seized power, advocating for workers’ rights and communist ideals. The revolution was driven by war fatigue, economic hardship, social inequality, and discontent with autocratic rule. It transformed Russia into the Soviet Union, shaping global politics for decades to come.