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The 1905 Revolution


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The Russo-Japanese War (1904-5)

Causes
  • Nicholas II had his eye on the Far East, which was an advantageous location in terms of military and trade. However, Japan was interested in the same area
  • He thought a victory in a small war would mean that people would stop criticizing his government
  • Wanted to unite Russia though patriotism
Events
  • Disaster
Effects
  • There were many more casualties than Nick-nick expected
  • Morale plummeted
  • Soldiers were deserting at an alarming rate
  • It was an embarrassment for Russia, such a large country, to be beaten by such a tiny country.
  • Supplies went into the war which led to shortages back home

Father Gapon and Bloody Sunday (January 1905)

Causes
  • People were upset by the terrible working conditions, long hours and low pay, overcrowding and food shortages
  • Oppression under the Tsar
  • Nicholas II (and Alex III) kept using forced to put down revolts which was killing a lot of people


Key events of the 1905 Revolution.


The Potemkin Mutiny and the setting up of Soviets.


The October Manifesto and reasons why Nicholas survived.

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