Russia 1894-1941: problem of Reform

An A-level lesson in which students must analyse the barriers to reform in Russia at the beginning of Tsar Nicholas II’s rule. Students will describe, explain and evaluate the significance of the barriers to reform to understand why little progress was made. This will form the foundation for understanding why there was significant opposition to Nicholas II. Students will ultimately reach a judgement on how well Nicholas was suited for the job, and the extent to which he can be blamed for the issues facing Russia.