Discontent in Russia (1) Flashcards
When had all levels of society lossed faith in the Tsarist regime?
By February 1917
What did most ordinary men and women feel about The Tsarist regime?
Many people were still patriotic at heart and many would have claimed their love for the tsar, but their struggle to survive and meet their everyday demands was increasing.
Who was most of the violence aimed at?
Landlords and employers
What were the consequences of the discontent in Russia?
Strikes, riots and violence
Where else was their outbursts in Russia?
In the army leading to desertions
Why was their outbursts in the Army?
Because of horrendous casualties on the front line and operating conditions were appalling in the winter of 1916-17 temperatures fell 35 degrees below zero.
What was the political discontent in Russia at the time?
Aleksandr Guchkov, one of the founders of the progressive bloc, engaged in talks with senior army officers in 1916 about a possible coup to force the abdication of the Tsar.
Who was was Aleksandr Guchkov’s colleague and what did he do?
Pavel Milyukov openly accused the Tsar’s ministers of seeking peace with Germany behind the Duma’s back in November 1916.
What did prince Lvov try and do?
he asked the Tsar’s uncle, Grand Duke Nicholas, whether he would be prepared to take over the throne.
What was Lenin’s view about the discontent in Russia?
He was living in Switzerland and believed that the war must be turned into a civil war of the proletarian soldiers against their own government.
How many followers did Lenin have while he was living in Switzerland?
No more than 10,000 followers even though he tried to stir up discontent.
