The Russian Revolution was a period of political and social upheaval in Russia during the early 20th century. It involved the collapse of the Russian Empire, the abdication of Tsar Nicholas II, and the rise of the Bolsheviks led by Vladimir Lenin. The revolution ultimately led to the establishment of the Soviet Union in 1922. The revolution was marked by various events, including the February Revolution in 1917, the October Revolution later that year, and the Russian Civil War that followed. The revolution had a significant impact on Russia and the world, leading to profound societal and political changes.
