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The Russian Revolution
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Emancipation of the Serfs
Provided freedom and liberty for the people of Russia, liberating over 40 million members of the population. Seen as a highlight of Alexander the II's reign -
Russo-Turkish War
This was a major success in the reign of Alexander the II which granted him major concessions. -
Anti Jewish Pogroms
Violence against Jews was rife during this time, as Alexander the III had encouraged the use of violence against them. A reason behind his demise. -
Assasination of Alexander the II
Tsar Alexander the II was killed on this day by a member of a left wing terrorist organisation named 'The People's Will.' Significantly this was a reason that his son, and successor, Alexander the III was very opressive and took back much liberty in Russia -
Asention of Nicholas the II
After the death of Alexander the III, Nicholas rose to the throne. Bad decision making and poor military campaigns lead to his demise and the success of the Revolution -
Bloody Sunday
Violent protests, consisting of 150'000 striking workers and their families marching through the streats of St Petersburg protesting to the Tsar. -
October Manifesto
A document granting civil liberties. Allowed for the return of many organization, like the bolsheviks, and rebels such as Lenin. -
1905 Revolution
Lasting from 1905 to 1907, it was a time of social unrest that spread through vast areas of the Russian Empire, most of it directed at the government. It included worker strikes, peasant unrest, and military disconduct. This lead to a limited constitutional monarchy. -
The 1917 Revolution
Lenin and his bolsheviks were successful in winning the revolution after a series of revolutions, most notably in Febuary and October. This lead to the abdication of Nicholas the II and the end of Tsardom. The Soviet Union was formed.
