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The Russian Civil War was a complex and devastating conflict that occurred between 1917 and 1922, following the Russian Revolution of 1917 and the collapse of the Russian Empire. The war involved a multitude of factions with differing ideologies, including the Bolsheviks (Reds), who were led by Vladimir Lenin and sought to establish a socialist state; the anti-Bolshevik forces (Whites), which consisted of a diverse array of groups, including monarchists, liberals, conservatives, and nationalists, who opposed Bolshevik rule; and various nationalist movements seeking independence from Russian control.
Despite facing internal and external opposition, the Bolsheviks eventually emerged victorious. They established the Soviet Union in 1922, bringing an end to the civil war. The war had left the country devastated, with millions dead and much of its infrastructure in ruins.
The Russian Civil War had far-reaching consequences, shaping the course of 20th-century history. It solidified Bolshevik control over Russia, leading to the establishment of a communist regime that would endure for decades. It also contributed to the rise of the Soviet Union as a global superpower and had a profound impact on international relations for years to come.
