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Revolution of 1905 and the October Manifesto
Justification: Displays the vastness and widespread frustration among the people over the conditions of Russia, showing a gathering of many types of people to unite in revolt against the Tsar. -
Beginning of WW I
Justification: As a result of Austria declaring war on Serbia, allies of Austria and allies of Serbia began joining in and declaring war on each other, creating a chain reaction, as seen in the photo. -
Czar Nicholas II take sole control of military operations
Justification: Tsar Nicholas II is seen getting out of his car and meeting up with officials in the front line which symbolizes the Tsar leaving problems in the capital behind as he shifts his focus. -
Brusilov Offensive
The image shows what was originally planned for the Brusilov offense compared to how it looked when it ended. -
Assassination of Rasputin
Justification: Connects to the death of Rasputin since he was shot multiple times before being drowned. The water gun symbolizes gunshots and water (drowning). -
International Women’s Day March in Petrograd
Justification: Shows the seriousness and determination of the women through the stern expressions on the women. The gathering of all of these women and the sign refer back to the protest march happening on International Women’s Day. -
Nicholas II Abdicates
Justification: The old pointing to the left symbolizes the tsarist regime being left in the past after the abdication of Tsar Nicholas II; While on the right, the new pointing to the right represents a fresh start for Russia. -
Provisional Government formed
Justification: A drawing of the actual Provisional Government captures a new beginning for Russia and symbolizes how there are a new collective amount of people that are in charge of the government and not just the Tsar. -
Return of Lenin from exile
Justification: Lenin is sort of like a Trojan horse since by sending Lenin off to Russia, they hoped it would destabilize the country and eliminate them from the war (this would only partly succeed since although revolution occurred, Russia would keep fighting in the war). -
April Theses Published
The 10 commandments symbolize how Christians lead their lives. Similar to how Lenin commanded Bolsheviks (like a messenger). -
10. First All-Russian Congress of Soviets meets
This image shows just how large the congress was. And, more importantly, showing how more voices were being heard across Russia. -
July Days
The image is relevant because it is a picture from the events of the July days, thus it shows the violence of the events in Petrograd, Russia. -
Trotsky organizes Red Guard to defend Petrograd
This image is crucial in showing how the reds rallied behind Trotsky and trusted him. Proving that Trotsky was a capable leader. -
Kornilov Affir
The picture is of Tanks in a city in Russia, it is used to symbolize the Kornilov offense as the event was a Military coup against Russian government, thus the tank in Russia represents both aspects. -
Bolsheviks overthrow the Provisional Government and take control
This image is important in showing the large number of Bolsheviks that Trotsky was able to rally. -
Constituent Assembly meets and is disbanded
o Picture of the Bolshevik party, this is used to show how they were the main group responsible for the disbanding of the Constituent Assembly. -
Cheka formed
This image is the symbol of the Cheka, a sword through the communist symbol. Showing the theme of support Communism or else. -
Kolchak (one of the White leaders) begins serious attacks against Reds from Siberia
Shows Kolchak leading his troops, representing his imminent attack on the Red Army. -
19. Wartime Communism created.
This image depicts War communism for citizens, specifically, how War communism was a harsh factor in Russian life, and did not benefit citizens much at all. -
Ukraine Brought Under Soviet Control
Flag of the Ukraine Soviet Socialist Republic highlights the Soviet's control of Ukraine following their taking over of the country. -
Poles Move Toward Kiev
Their initial success is shown by the military marching through the city, highlighting the Poles march on Kiev -
Soviets Attempt to Take Warsaw
Represents the Soviets trying to take Warsaw as it shows how far the Soviets were into Polish territory, showing why the Soviets' attempt to take Warsaw was significant, as it determines the outcome of the Russo-Polish War. -
Tambov Rebellion
Represents the scope of the rebellion and its vicinity to Moscow, highlighting the significance of it. -
Kronstadt Uprising
Shows how opposed the sailors of Kronstadt were, defacing the Communism sign and showing the dire situation War Communism had imposed on Russia. -
Ending of Wartime Communism
The image of people of Russia represents the effect of War Communism on the people of Russia, showing why it was eventually replaced in favor of the NEP. -
Treaty of Rapallo
Shows Russian and Germany foreign ministers getting along, showing the promotion of positive relationships between the two countries as a result of the treaty. -
Formation of Soviet Union
The black line shows the separation between the new USSR and other countries, showing the scope of the new USSR. -
Lenin dies
Shows Lenin’s declining health towards the end of his life, confined to a wheelchair after multiple strokes.