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Petrograd Soviet

Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
Verified for the 2027 exam
Verified for the 2027 examWritten by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025

Definition

The council of workers and soldiers in Petrograd (St. Petersburg) that played a key role in the Russian Revolution.

AP course connection

Topic 8.3: 8.3 The Russian Revolution and Its Effects

Unit 8

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