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Communist Manifesto by Karl Marx, Friedrich Engels
The Communist Manifesto by Karl Marx and Friedrich Engels, was released on February 21, 1848. This book spoke out to the workers of the world, telling them that it is time to unite and rebel against capitalism. -
The 1905 Revolution
Known as the first Russian revolution, the 1905 revolution included protests and strikes caused by the discontent that the people of Russia had with the Tsar's rule. -
Bloody Sunday
The Bloody Sunday massacre followed a peaceful march of protesters that marched to the Winter Palace to present a petition to Tsar Nicholas II, the protesters were met with gun fire from soldiers. -
WWI
Russia entered the first World War on July 28, 1914 to fight against Austria-Hungary and Germany. Russia's involvement in WWI led to the 1917 revolution in Russia, the execution of Tsar Nicholas II and his family, and the establishment of the Soviet Union. -
Tsar Nicholas II abdicate
On March 15, 1917 Tsar Nicholas II abdicated, leading to the Provisional Government forming. -
The November Revolution
The November Revolution in Russia took place on November 6 and 7, 1917. Vladimir Lenin, the leader of the Bolshevik party, led a coop against the Duma's provisional government, abolishing Russia's monarchy and establishing a socialist form of government. -
The Russian Civil War
The Russian Civil War started on November 7, 1917 and lasted until October 25, 1922. Groups opposed Vladimir Lenin's Bolshevik rule which sparked the multi-party Civil War in Russia. -
Joseph Stalin
Joseph Stalin led the Soviet Union from April 3, 1922, until his death in March 5, 1953.