October Revolution

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So named as the revolution happened on 25 October 1917 (7 November 1917 N.S.) in Julian calendar that was used by Russia.

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October Revolution

  1. (historical) The second of two revolutions which took place in Russia in 1917.
    Synonyms: Bolshevik Revolution, (officially) Great October Socialist Revolution
    Coordinate term: February Revolution

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