The above is not a finite list - if you have another request then pass it by your teacher for approval.
Nicholas and Alexandra
Useful links to resources on the Romanov dynasty.
The Tsarist Methods of Control - State Infrastructure
Yale University Lectures: The Romanovs and the Russian Revolution
Online repository of historical images, cartoons and posters.
Seventeen Moments in Soviet History
This is a collection of primary and multi-media materials relating to 17 key moments in the history of the Soviet Union from 1917-1991. Each section contains an introductory essay plus access to digitised government documents, photographs and multi-media clips. Links are also provided to related web sites.ββ
βThe Deepening of the Russian Revolution 1917
This is a good source for both online and print primary documents about the 1917 Revolution. One of the most engaging aspects of this site for student is the interactive parallel timelines for workers, peasants, soldiers and activists.
Eyewitness Accounts: Visitors to Soviet Russia 1917-1928
A series of reports, photographs and other documents of eye witness accounts of the early years of the Soviet Union by foreign visitors.
Time Magazine: The Bolshevik October Revolution in Pictures
Time magazine’s compelling photo essay allows students to see the events of 1917 through the lens of gorgeous black and white photos taken during the Revolution.
Sources of Evidence
An online teaching module on 1917 with a great section of primary sources including revolutionary songs, pictures and maps.
KEY QUESTION: To what extent was Tsar Nicholas responsible for his own downfall?
HYPOTHESIS: While much of the responsibility for the downfall of Tsar Nicholas can be attributed to his own weaknesses and failures, the growth of grievances by broad groups of citizens, and the impact on Russia of major events of the time were also very important contributors.
KEY QUESTION: What were the consequences of the Tsar's involvement of Russia in WWI?
HYPOTHESIS: The disastrous consequences of the Tsar Nicholas's involvement of Russia in WWI directly contributed to the collapse of the Tsarist regime.
KEY QUESTION: What caused the October Revolution?
HYPOTHESIS: The October Revolution succeeded because the weakness the Provisional Government, continuing economic and social problems, and the growing unrest of the Russian people created an environment which the Soviets were able to exploit for their own purposes.
What were the weaknesses and mistakes of the Provisional Government?
What were the economic and social problems that affected Russia under the Provisional Government?
What roles did Trotsky and Lenin play?
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