Why did revolution break out in 1917 and why were the Bolsheviks able to seize power in October 1917?
There were many reasons for revolution breaking out in 1917 in Russia. Many of which could be put up to the Tsar and his lack of “Tsar like” qualities. Other problems, which had been around for a longer period, were lack of food and poor working conditions and pay. The Tsar banned all freedom of speech and press.
Tsar Nicholas II was an incompetent Tsar who was very unable to provide the inspiration that Russia required. During 1914 the Russian public were most eager to support the Tsar but by the winter of 1916 they were so disgusted with his complete lack of ability they did not wish to save him from abdication.
The Russian army wa
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