Russian revolution- Formation of Soviet union by Weaver, Brinkley S

Creation of Russian Provisional Government- March 1917

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The Provisional Government emerged after the February Revolution, which saw the collapse of the Tsarist regime and the establishment of a temporary government. The Provisional Government's stated goal was to organize elections for a Constituent Assembly, which would determine the future form of government for Russia.

The execution of the Royal Family- July 16-17, 1918

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The death of the family was seen symbolically for the fall of the past monarchy.

5 year plan- 1928

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Russo-Japanese War (1904-1905)

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a conflict between the Russian Empire and the Empire of Japan over territorial control in Manchuria and Korea, resulting in a Japanese victory and the Treaty of Portsmouth, which recognized Japanese interests in Korea and ceded territory to Japan.

October Revolution-1917

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Vladimir Lenin's Bolsheviks seized power in Russia, overthrowing the Provisional Government and establishing a socialist state.

New Economic Policy -1921

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temporary shift from the Soviet Union's previous policy of "War Communism," allowing for limited private enterprise and market mechanisms to revive the war-torn economy.

Creation of the Duma-1905

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In response to the 1905 Revolution, Tsar Nicholas II issued the October Manifesto on October 17, 1905, promising a constitutional monarchy with an elected legislative body, the Duma, which would have legislative and oversight powers.

Great Purge-1936 to 1938

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The "Great Terror" or Great Purge in the Soviet Union was led by Joseph Stalin to eliminate perceived opposition within the Communist Party and society, resulting in mass executions and imprisonment.

February Revolution-1917

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Russians in WWI-1914 to 1917

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Russia, as a major belligerent, fought on the side of the Entente against the Central Powers in World War I from 1914 to 1917, facing significant challenges and ultimately leading to the Russian Revolution.

Stalin Takes Control-1929

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Stalin defeated his opponents within the party by 1928, ending internal power struggles. From 1929 onwards Stalin's leadership over the party and state was established and he remained undisputed leader of the USSR until his death.

Treaty of Brest Litovsk-1918

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Russian Civil War-1917

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Revolution of 1905

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The 1905 Revolution, also known as the First Russian Revolution, was a wave of political and social unrest in the Russian Empire that began on January 22, 1905, with "Bloody Sunday," and culminated in the Tsar issuing the October Manifesto, promising a constitutional monarchy.