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Russian Revolution Of 1917: The February And The Bolshevik Revolution

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Russian Revolution During the twentieth century, Russia was led by Nicholas II. Although he was very unprepared, he still took on the role of the country’s superior. Under his leadership, and with the help of a revolution, the country began to fall apart. The Russian Revolution of 1917 was a result of a series of events. Most articles about this event show that it occurred in two phases – the February and the Bolshevik revolutions. It is said to be “… one of the most explosive political events of the twentieth century” (Russian Revolution). In St. Petersburg (Petrograd), the February revolution commenced when Russians took to the streets to protest shortages the country had been enduring (The Learning Network). The protesters included men
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