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The consolidation of the Communist dictatorship: the establishment of one-party control; the removal of the Constituent Assembly; the ending of involvement in the First World War.
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The consolidation of the Communist dictatorship: the establishment of one-party control; the removal of the Constituent Assembly; the ending of involvement in the First World War
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What was one of the first actions taken by the Bolsheviks to consolidate their power after the October Revolution?
Direct answer
The Bolsheviks dissolved the Constituent Assembly in January 1918 as they believed it was not representative of the will of the people and to eliminate political opposition.
Key terms
- War Communism: A series of economic and political measures implemented by the Bolsheviks during the Russian Civil War aimed at centralizing control of the economy and ensuring supplies for the Red Army.
- Constituent Assembly: A legislative body elected in 1917 that was dissolved by the Bolsheviks in January 1918, marking a key step in their consolidation of power.
Common trap
Confusing War Communism with the NEP: War Communism was a wartime measure focused on centralization and control, while the NEP was a response to economic collapse, allowing for some private enterprise.
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