Socialism in Europe and the Russian Revolution

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What was the main objective of the Socialist Revolutionary Party formed in 1900?

  • To promote a higher quality of life for the rich landowners
  • To support the Tsar's rule over the country
  • To establish a capitalist economy in Russia
  • To ensure peasants had rights and reclaim land from the nobles (correct)

What was one key difference between Lenin's Bolsheviks and the Mensheviks?

  • The Bolsheviks believed in a limited membership of high-quality members. (correct)
  • The Mensheviks wanted a closed party structure.
  • The Bolsheviks supported democratic governance.
  • The Mensheviks favored a strict, disciplined party.

What precipitated the events known as Bloody Sunday during the 1905 Revolution?

  • The Tsar's acceptance of a new constitution
  • Peasants successfully taking over noble lands
  • The establishment of a socialist government
  • A peaceful protest of workers demanding rights was met with violence (correct)

How did the 1905 Revolution impact universities in Russia?

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What was the primary demand of the workers leading the strikes in St. Petersburg?

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What was the main purpose of the protests during the 1905 Revolution?

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Why did some Russian socialists believe that peasants were natural socialists?

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What was the overall effect of the one-person tsarist rule on the Russian economy by the time of the 1905 Revolution?

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What was a core belief of socialists regarding property?

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Which socialist figure proposed the idea of a cooperative community in New Harmony?

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What was the primary purpose of worker groups that formed in England and Germany?

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Which political party in Germany was closely associated with worker groups seeking better rights?

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What was the significant change in Britain around 1905 regarding socialists and labor unions?

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What was Marx's view on the capitalist system?

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In which year did socialists gain the ability to run the government in a significant way?

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What aspect of socialism did Louis Blanc emphasize?

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What was a primary belief of Liberals regarding voting rights?

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What did Radicals advocate for in terms of governance?

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What was a key concern about factory work during the Industrial Revolution?

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What was the general approach of Conservatives to social change?

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Which of the following was a common goal of both Liberals and Radicals?

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What resulted from the emergence of factories during the Industrial Revolution?

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What did Radicals believe regarding the treatment of rich landowners?

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How did Liberals view the role of religion in society?

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Liberal Beliefs

Liberals wanted religious freedom, limited government power, and voting rights for property owners, but not for women.

Radical Beliefs

Radicals wanted more democratic government where most people had a voice and opposed special treatment for the rich.

Conservative Beliefs

Conservatives favored gradual change, opposing rapid shifts, and maintaining the status quo.

Industrial Revolution impact

Factories and machines led to rapid social changes like new cities, railroads, and an industrial society.

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Factory Working Conditions

Factory work during the Industrial Revolution was demanding, with long hours and low pay, affecting men, women, and children.

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Liberals & Radicals' view on workers

Liberals and Radicals believed workers deserved better treatment and that their well-being positively influenced the entire society.

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"Nations" with equal rights

The idea of creating countries (nations) where everyone has equal rights.

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Industrial Revolution

The period of major industrial changes, including the rise of factories, new technologies, and urbanization.

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Socialist Revolutionary Party

A socialist party formed in Russia in 1900 wanting land redistribution to peasants.

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Lenin's Bolsheviks

A group of socialists led by Lenin, who viewed peasants with different political views as incompatible with a socialist movement.

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Mensheviks

A group of socialists who preferred a more inclusive party structure, compared to the Bolsheviks.

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Tsarist Russia

A country ruled by a Tsar, where all power was concentrated in the hands of the Tsar.

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1905 Revolution

A period of protests and revolutions in Russia ignited by people's desire for change, better conditions, and a constitution.

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Bloody Sunday

A violent event in Russia where police and Cossacks killed and wounded protesting workers.

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Workers' Strikes

Organized actions by workers in Russia, notably in St. Petersburg, advocating for better conditions.

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1905 Revolution Demands

Workers and peasants sought a constitution, better pay/working conditions and reforms to address economic struggles in Tsarist Russia.

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Study Notes

Socialism in Europe and the Russian Revolution

  • 1850s-1880s: People in Russia were concerned about harsh working conditions in factories and considered socialism as a solution for improvement.
  • 1898: The Russian Social Democratic Workers Party was formed, marking the start of organized socialist groups.
  • January 2nd, 1905: Peaceful protests in St. Petersburg turned violent when soldiers fired on protestors ("Bloody Sunday"). This sparked further protests and strikes across Russia.
  • April 1917: Vladimir Lenin returned to Russia after years abroad. This return played a significant role in the coming political changes.
  • March 2nd, 1917: Tsar Nicholas II abdicated his throne, marking the end of the Tsarist monarchy. A new government took power.
  • November 1917: The Bolsheviks, led by Lenin, seized control of Petrograd in the "October Revolution." This event marked a significant shift in power and governance.
  • November 1917: Banks and industries were nationalized by the Bolsheviks.
  • March 1918: The Bolshevik government signed a peace treaty with Germany, ending Russia's involvement in World War I.
  • December 1922: The Soviet Union was formed from the remnants of the old Russian Empire.

Liberals, Radicals, and Conservatives

  • Liberals: Believed that all religions should be tolerated, opposed the king's excessive power, advocated for people's rights against government, believed only people with property should vote, and thought that women shouldn't have the right to vote.
  • Radicals: Wanted a government where most people had a say in decisions, and they opposed the preferential treatment for the rich people.
  • Conservatives: Wanted to preserve societal traditions and avoid major changes. Did not want sudden, drastic transformations.

Industrial Society and Social Change

  • Factories and machines changed lifestyles and created new social problems and issues.
  • People worked in factories for long hours. Often for low wages.
  • Some people were in favor of creating societies where everyone is equal.
  • Socialist ideas gained popularity.

Socialism in Russia

  • Before 1914: It was against the law to have political parties in Russia.
  • 1898: The Russian Social Democratic Workers Party was formed.
  • Split within the socialist groups: Differences in opinion on how to organize themselves and beliefs about the best system.

The 1905 Revolution

  • Bloody Sunday: Peaceful protests turned violent in St. Petersburg
  • Protests and strikes across Russia followed.
  • Tsar's response: He yielded to pressure and created an elected parliament (Duma). However, he dissolved the Duma quickly.

The First World War and its Impact

  • 1914: A major war broke out across Europe and involved Russia. This war caused many casualties and huge economic problems in Russia.
  • War impacted crop production, and the availability of food resources.

The February Revolution

  • 1917: Major problems in Petrograd sparked the revolution. A major food shortage and people calling for a change in leadership and governance led to the February Revolution.
  • Key events: Women workers went on strike, protesting the conditions of the country. The police and the soldiers sided with the workers.
  • Result: The Tsar abdicated.

The October Revolution

  • 1917: The Bolsheviks, led by Lenin, seized control of the government.
  • Key events: The Bolsheviks formed a special group (military revolutionary committee). They took control of important government buildings.
  • Result: The previous government was overthrown.
  • Consequences after October Revolution: - Nationalization of industries and banks. Peasants got the land.

The Civil War

  • Different groups fought against each other for control of Russia.
  • Red Army (Bolsheviks) vs. White Army (anti-Bolsheviks).
  • Bolshevik victory resulted in the creation of the Soviet Union in 1922.

The Formation of the USSR

  • In December 1922, different groups within Russia came together to form the USSR (Soviet Union).

Stalinism and Collectivisation

  • Stalin took over control in Russia after Lenin.
  • Stalin implemented the collectivization of agriculture.
  • Many people's lives were impacted by the change to collective farming.

The Global Influence of the Russian Revolution

  • The ideas of the Russian Revolution spread to other countries.
  • Formation of Communist Parties in different countries.
  • Global meetings and international groups were formed.

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