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The Russian Revolution, which occurred in 1917, had several important points:



Causes: The revolution was sparked by widespread discontent due to social, political,
and economic inequality, as well as Russia's involvement in World War I.



February Revolution: In February (March in the Gregorian calendar), protests and
strikes in Petrograd (now St. Petersburg) led to the abdication of Tsar Nicholas II,
ending the Romanov dynasty's rule.



Provisional Government: A Provisional Government was established after the Tsar's
abdication, but it faced challenges due to its continuation of the war and inability to
address the people's demands.



April Theses: Vladimir Lenin returned from exile and presented his "April Theses,"
calling for "Peace, Land, and Bread." This rallied support for the Bolsheviks, a radical
socialist group led by Lenin.



October Revolution: In October (November in the Gregorian calendar), the Bolsheviks,
with the support of workers and soldiers, overthrew the Provisional Government in
Petrograd. This led to the establishment of a socialist government under Lenin's
leadership.