The October Revolution: Bolsheviks, October 5, 1917 BOLSHEVIK

It is October 1917. After years of unrest, war, and hunger, the Russian Empire has collapsed. The Tsar is gone. The provisional Government has failed. In its place, the Bolsheviks have taken power, determined to reshape Russia. Now, you are in charge. As a member of the Bolshevik Cabinet, you are the leaders of a fragile, new government. You must decide how to respond to a country in crisis. Russia is still fighting in World War I. Its economy is broken, people are starving, and Anti-Bolshevik forces are watching and interfering. You will take on the role of a key Bolshevik figure. Some of you may want to focus on ending the war. Others may care more about land, food, or keeping power. You must act quickly and carefully, because your decisions will shape the future of Russia.