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The Civil War: causes and course; the role of Trotsky; the murder of the Tsar; the reasons for the Red victory; government and control in wartime.
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Bolshevik consolidation, 1918–1924
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The Civil War: causes and course; the role of Trotsky; the murder of the Tsar; the reasons for the Red victory; government and control in wartime
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What was one of the main causes of the Russian Civil War?
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The Bolshevik seizure of power in October 1917 was a primary cause of the Russian Civil War as it led to widespread opposition from various factions, including monarchists, liberals, and socialists who opposed Bolshevik rule.
Key terms
- White Army: The collective name for the anti-Bolshevik forces during the Russian Civil War, comprising various groups including monarchists, liberals, and foreign interventionists.
- Cheka: The Bolshevik secret police established in December 1917 to combat counter-revolution and political dissent, playing a key role in the Red Terror.
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Confusing the causes of the Civil War: Focus on the specific events following the October Revolution, such as the Bolshevik policies and the reaction of various political groups.
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