The October Revolution

The October Revolution, occurring in 1917 in Russia, was a pivotal event that led to the overthrow of the provisional government established after the February Revolution earlier that year. Led by the Bolshevik Party under Vladimir Lenin, the revolution aimed to address issues like famine, war, and economic hardship. On October 25 (Julian calendar), Bolshevik forces seized key locations in Petrograd (now St. Petersburg) and gained power rapidly. This revolution established the world's first communist state, setting the stage for the Russian Civil War and significantly impacting global politics throughout the 20th century.