Many historians claim that Tsar (Nicholas II) did not possess the knack to rule but Figes claims that Nicholas II was a determined ruler even though he did not have any idea how he was supposed to run an autocratic regime. ... The discontent nature that Nicholas II had caused, led directly to the revolution. ... On the other hand, the First World War (WWI) was the short-term cause of the revolution as it sparked lots of emotions among the Russians. This war led to Tsar deciding to take charge of the country by himself. The war further spiked the need for men as soldiers and horses and Tsar to...

• Word Count: 3845
• Approx Pages: 15
• Has Bibliography
• Grade Level: Undergraduate