PG -War And Revolution Flashcards
(12 cards)
What event is associated with the term ‘October Revolution’?
A major political event in Russia that led to the Bolsheviks seizing power.
Who sent army units out of the capital during the October Revolution?
Kerensky
What was the significance of the Battleship Aurora during the October Revolution?
It served as a symbol for the Bolshevik uprising by firing a blank on oct 25
What did the The Bolsheviks argue that Kerensky was leaving the capital vulnerable to ?
German invasion
What was the result of the vote for revolution on October 10th?
Success with a majority of 10 to 2 against the revolution
How many members were in the military revolutionary committee
66 members with 48 bolsheviks
What were the numbers of Red Guards and sailors and soldiers involved in the revolution?
200,000 Red Guards
60,000 Baltic Sailors
150,000 soldiers from Petrograd garrison
What was the main objective of the Bolsheviks during the October Revolution?
To overthrow the Provisional Government and establish a socialist government.
What strategy did the Bolsheviks use to gain control during the October Revolution?
Mobilizing support from soldiers, workers, and sailors.
What role did the Red Guards play in the October Revolution?
They acted as the armed wing of the Bolshevik party.
Who were the main opponents of the Bolsheviks during the October Revolution?
The Provisional Government and various anti-Bolshevik factions.
When was the winter palace stormed?
Oct 25th 1917
