Causes and Consequences of War Communism during the Russian Civil War
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A worksheet exploring the causes and effects of War Communism in the context of the Russian Civil War, designed to develop understanding of historical cause and consequence.
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Causes and Consequences of War Communism during the Russian Civil War
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Introduction to War Communism
Source A: Lenin's Explanation of War Communism
'War Communism was necessary to ensure the survival of the Bolshevik government during the Civil War. It involved nationalizing industries, requisitioning grain from peasants, and centralizing control over the economy.' Provenance: Extract from Lenin's speech, 1919.
Causes of War Communism
Source B: Excerpt from a White Army officer's report
'The Bolsheviks implemented harsh policies such as requisitioning grain and nationalizing industries, which alienated the peasantry and workers, but were deemed necessary to sustain the Red Army.' Provenance: White Army report, 1919.
Consequences of War Communism
Source C: A peasant's view of War Communism
'Requisitioning destroyed our grain supplies and made life harder. We felt betrayed by the Bolsheviks.' Provenance: Peasant interview, 1920.
End of War Communism
Source D: Lenin on the reasons for ending War Communism
'The policies of War Communism proved too harsh and harmful to the economy and society. We needed a new approach to rebuild the country.' Provenance: Lenin's speech, 1921.
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