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Political authority, opposition and government: the Bolshevik takeover and the establishment of Bolshevik government by December 1917; opposition.
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The collapse of autocracy, 1894–1917
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Political authority, opposition and government: the Bolshevik takeover and the establishment of Bolshevik government by December 1917; opposition
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What was a significant factor that contributed to the collapse of the Tsarist autocracy in 1917?
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The impact of World War I on Russian society was a significant factor that contributed to the collapse of the Tsarist autocracy in 1917.
Key terms
- Bolshevik: A member of the radical socialist faction led by Lenin that seized power in Russia during the October Revolution of 1917.
- Provisional Government: The temporary government established in Russia after the abdication of Tsar Nicholas II in March 1917, which struggled to maintain authority and address key issues.
Common trap
Confusing the February and October Revolutions: Remember that the February Revolution led to the abdication of the Tsar and the establishment of the Provisional Government, while the October Revolution resulted in the Bolsheviks seizing power.
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