Historical eventJuly 171918

Russian Revolution

Russian Revolution: Tsar Nicholas II and his family (pictured) were murdered by Bolsheviks at Yekaterinburg.

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When
Wednesday, July 17 1918108 years ago
Category
Historical eventA dated happening — a battle, treaty, launch, discovery, disaster or decision — recorded on this calendar day.
Era
20th century · 1910s
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At a glance

Dates: From 1917.

Place: Russian Empire, Russian Empire.

Type: revolution.

Key figures / parties: Bolsheviks, Mensheviks, and Socialist Revolutionary Party.

What came before

Part of: revolutions of 1917–1923.

Background Main article: History of Russia (1892–1917) Soldiers blocking Narva Gate on Bloody Sunday The Russian Revolution of 1905 was a major factor contributing to the cause of the Revolutions of 1917. The events of Bloody Sunday triggered nationwide protests and soldier mutinies . A council of workers called the St. Petersburg Soviet was created in this chaos. [ 1 ] While the 1905 Revolution was ultimately crushed, and the leaders of the St. Petersburg Soviet were arrested,

Timeline

Follows: Russian Revolution of 1905.

What happened

The Russian Revolution was a period of political and social change in Russia, starting in 1917. This period saw Russia abolish its monarchy and adopt a socialist form of government following two successive revolutions and a civil war. It can be seen as the precursor for other revolutions that occurred in the aftermath of World War I, such as the German Revolution of 1918–1919. The Russian Revolution was a key event of the 20th century.

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July 17 1918 — 108 years ago, on a Wednesday.

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