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Autocratic Methods of Alexander III & Economic Changes under Nicholas II

Explore the autocratic methods of Alexander III and the economic changes under Nicholas II during their respective reigns as czars in Russia. Discover how these methods and changes shaped the revolutionary movements and the split between the Mensheviks and the Bolsheviks.

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Autocratic Methods of Alexander III & Economic Changes under Nicholas II

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  1. Aim:Describe the autocratic methods of Alexander III & the economic changes under Nicholas II

  2. Czars Resist Change 1881: Alexander III succeeded his father Alexander II & halted all reforms in Russia Clung to the principles of autocracy form of govnt where he had total power Anyone who questioned his absolute authority as czar was labeled dangerous To wipe out revolutionaries, Alexander III used harsh measures 1894: Nicholas II became Czar He continued the tradition of Russian autocracy Blinded him to change conditions of his times

  3. The Revolutionary Movement Grows Rapid industrialization stirred discontent among the people of Russia. Growth of factories brought new problems Grueling working conditions, miserably low wages, & child labor Government outlawed trade unions As result of all these factors, several revolutionary movements began to grow and compete for power Group followed the views of Karl Marx Marxist revolutionaries believed that the industrial class of workers would overthrow the czar These workers would be known as the Proletariat- workers would rule country

  4. The Bolsheviks 1903: Russian Marxists split into 2 groups over revolutionary tactics 1) Mensheviks: Moderate group 2) Bolsheviks: Radical group Radical Bolsheviks supported a small number of committed revolutionaries willing to sacrifice everything for change Leader of the Bolsheviks was Vladimir IlyichUlyanov Adopted the name Lenin Was ruthless and had engaging personality Excellent organizer Traits helped him gain command of the Bolsheviks

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