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Russian Revolution of 1917 By: Elisabet & Parker

The Russian Revolution happened on October 1917. Lenin realized that it was time to change the government. He decided to capitalize on his party's popularity and overthrow the existing government. October 24th was the day that it happened. On that day the troops that were loyal to the Bolshevicks took up crucial positions in the city. Guards ordered by the Provisional Government fled or surrenderd without a fight. Tsar Nicholas II was overthrown by Lenin and the Bolsheviks.

It is like Animal Farm because it resembles the rebellion.  

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