The causes of the 1905 revolution in Russia can be traced back as far as 1861. ... His Russification policy forced Russian culture on the 50 million non-Russians in the empire. ... Revolution was impending. ... However, the Japanese defeated the Russians and destroyed all her fleets, even the Baltic fleet who made a last attempt to save face for Russia. ... However this revolution was an indication of the power of the people and it can be said that it was a dress rehersal for the February and October Revolutions of 1917. ...

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Was Nicholas II, the last Tsar to rule Russia responsible for the uprising of the Russian Revolution? The causes of the Russian Revolution can be traced back even before Nicholas II acceded the throne. ... The following paragraphs will explain my reasons why Nicholas II was partially responsible in causing the Russian Revolution. ... But what caused the Russian Revolution? ... In conclusion I believe Nicholas was partially responsible for causing the Russian Revolution. ...

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In the late 15th century and into the 16th century, serfdom emerged in Russia. ... By the 1600s, serfdom had become a hereditary status in Russia. ... Much to its own surprise, Russia was defeated. ... Dissatisfaction with their "freedom" led many peasants to revolt in 1905 and again in 1917. Although the serfs were "emancipated" in 1861, many did not receive real freedom from serfdom until the Russian Revolution of 1917. ...

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