Historical Events tagged with "russia"

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Politics & Government

Fanni Kaplan Attempts to Assassinate Lenin

August 30th, 1918 106 years ago

Fanni Kaplan, a radical Socialist, shot Bolshevik leader Vladimir Lenin in Moscow, critically injuring him. This act followed the assassination of Moisei Uritsky, a senior Bolshevik official, just days earlier. In response to these violent events, the Bolshevik government decreed the Red Terror, a campaign of political repression aimed at counter-revolutionaries and perceived enemies. Lenin's injury and Uritsky's death intensified the political climate of fear and repression prevalent during the Russian Civil War, illustrating the volatility of the revolutionary state.

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Assassination of Moisei Uritsky in Petrograd

August 17th, 1918 106 years ago

Moisei Uritsky, a prominent Bolshevik leader, was assassinated in Petrograd by Leonid Kannegisser, a member of the Left SR faction. The motivation behind the assassination stemmed from Uritsky's role in suppressing opposition to the Bolsheviks, particularly during the turbulent post-revolutionary period, as civil unrest grew throughout Russia. Uritsky had been instrumental in the policies implemented by the Bolshevik government, leading to significant opposition from the Socialist Revolutionary parties. His assassination marked a turning point in Bolshevik rule as it ignited further violence and repression within the ranks of the Left SRs.

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Military & Warfare

Czechoslovak Legion Battles Red Army

August 16th, 1918 106 years ago

The Battle of Lake Baikal involved fierce fighting between the Czechoslovak Legion and the Red Army during the Russian Civil War. It marked a significant confrontation on the eastern front of the conflict. The legionaries, composed of Czechoslovak soldiers, were fighting to gain independence for their homeland. The battle took place in the strategic region surrounding Lake Baikal in Siberia, fueled by the complex backdrop of geopolitical interests and nationalist aspirations. The legion aimed to seize control of vital railroads to support their quest for autonomy from Austro-Hungarian rule.

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Politics & Government

Execution of Tsar Nicholas II and Family

July 17th, 1918 106 years ago

Tsar Nicholas II of Russia, along with his immediate family and retainers, were executed by Bolshevik Chekists in the Ipatiev House in Yekaterinburg. The execution was carried out in the early hours of the morning after the family had been held captive for several months. The Bolsheviks sought to eliminate the former royal family to prevent any attempts to restore the monarchy during the Russian Civil War. The event marked a significant turning point in Russian history, as it symbolized the definitive end to imperial rule in Russia.

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Left SR Uprising Sparked by Ambassador's Assassination

July 6th, 1918 106 years ago

Cheka members carried out the assassination of German ambassador Wilhelm von Mirbach in Moscow, leading to a significant uprising by the Left Socialist-Revolutionaries. This act was intended as a protest against the Bolshevik government’s peace treaty with Germany. The Left SRs sought to reclaim power and influence in shaping the new Russian state amid the ongoing civil conflict.

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Military & Warfare

Whites Capture Fort Ino in Civil War

May 15th, 1918 106 years ago

The Finnish Civil War culminated in a significant victory for the Whites when they seized Fort Ino, a strategic Russian coastal artillery base located on the Karelian Isthmus. This pivotal confrontation saw the Whites, under the leadership of General Carl Gustav Emil Mannerheim, overpower the remaining Russian troops stationed there. Winning this stronghold not only symbolized a key military accomplishment for the Whites but also marked a decisive turning point in the Finnish Civil War, favoring the forces aspiring for a sovereignty independent from Russian influence.

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Politics & Government

Moscow Reestablished as Capital of Russia

March 12th, 1918 107 years ago

Moscow was officially named the capital of Russia again, replacing Saint Petersburg. This significant decision was made by the Soviet government led by Vladimir Lenin, partly motivated by the desire to distance the regime from its imperial legacy. The relocation aimed to better position the capital in the context of the ongoing Russian Civil War, reflecting new political realities and ideological principles.

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Treaty of Brest-Litovsk Signed

March 3rd, 1918 107 years ago

Russia signed the Treaty of Brest-Litovsk, leading to its withdrawal from World War I. This treaty recognized German control over the Baltic States, Belarus, and Ukraine, while also conceding Turkish authority over Ardahan, Kars, and Batumi. The negotiations took place amid the Russian Revolution, dramatically altering the geopolitical landscape in Eastern Europe.

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Russia transitions to the Gregorian calendar

February 14th, 1918 107 years ago

The Soviet government officially adopted the Gregorian calendar, abandoning the Julian calendar that had been in use since 1582. This change was implemented to align with the rest of the world and to standardize dates, as the Julian calendar was increasingly out of sync with the solar year. The transition caused confusion as the new date was set to leap forward 13 days, thus the day following January 31 became February 14. This significant reform was part of broader modernization efforts during a time of political upheaval in Russia.

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