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despite successess in the Brussilov offensive, the Russian war effort is still characterised by shortages, poor command, death and disertion. Away from the front, the conflict causes starvation, inflation and torrent of refugees. Both soldiers and civilians blame the incompetence of the Tsar and his government.
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Duma reconvened.
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After a month of strikes at the Putilov factory, the Government conscripts workers and takes charge of production. Protest strikes follow.
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Duma prorogued.
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Troops from 181st regiment help striking Russia Renault works fight againts the police.
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Miliukov gives his "is this supidity, or treason?" speech in reconvened Duma.
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Rasputin is killed by Prince Yusupov.
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The Tsar is warned that his army won't support him against the revolution.