Lenin, Trotsky, and StalinThe Russian Revolution

REVIEW.

15. Who fought in the Russian Civil War? 14. What did Lenin promise Russia when he took control?13. Which two figures were in charge following the October Revolution?12. What happened during the October Revolution of 1917?11. What did the Provisional Government do wrong?10. What happened during the March Revolution of 1917?9. Who controlled the nation while Nicholas II was off at war?8. What two “things” were created as a result of the October Manifesto?7. Where is the Winter Palace located?6. What was Bloody Sunday?5. Describe the importance of the Russo-Japanese War in the downfall of the Romanovs. 4. What are the five main events of the Russian Revolution?3. In what sort of society do we normally see communism emerge?2. Who is the father of communism?1. How does communism differ from capitalism?

The Death of LeninIn 1922, Lenin gave Russia a new name:

The Union of Soviet Socialist Republics (USSR)Capital: St. Petersburg -> Moscow

Lenin and his New Economic PolicyComplete the handout on the NEP.

The Death of LeninIn 1924, Lenin died.

How does he look so good???

The Death of LeninWho are the two candidates to replace Lenin?

Leon Trotsky Joseph Stalin

Pro:He was the organizer of the 1917 takeover, founder of the Red Army, and a capable leader.

Con:He had many enemies.Dictator to be?

Pro:Party Secretary who gave many people their positions.Strong leader.

Con:He will kill you. And your family. In your sleep.

QUESTION.Of the two, who would emerge victorious?

The Death of LeninWho are the two candidates to replace Lenin?

Leon Trotsky Joseph Stalin

Forced to flee the USSR in 1929

The Death of Trotsky and the Rise of Stalin

Ramon Mercader

Assassinated in 1940

Joseph Stalin and the USSRHow did Stalin differ?

Stalin believed in a Russian Revolution, the rest of the world could wait.

What did Stalin do?Convinced that someday foreign enemies would attack the USSR, he began to industrialize through his Five Year Plan.

Lenin and Trotsky believed in a world revolution