From October to Brest-Litovsk

Focusing on the tumultuous period following the October Revolution of 1917, the narrative explores Leon Trotsky's rationale behind signing the Brest-Litovsk treaty with Germany, which resulted in significant territorial and financial losses for Russia. Trotsky argues that the revolution's chaotic progression diverged from a more stable historical path, affecting the working class's ability to maintain power. The text utilizes the Russian Calendar for dates, providing a unique historical context for the events discussed.