FAQ About Vladimir Lenin
What role did Lenin play in the Treaty of Brest-Litovsk?
As head of the Soviet government, Lenin played a significant role in negotiating the Treaty of Brest-Litovsk with Germany in 1918. Faced with military defeat and dire internal conditions, Lenin prioritized withdrawing Russia from World War I to stabilize the country. The treaty resulted in significant territorial losses for Russia but provided the Bolsheviks with the opportunity to focus on consolidating power at home during the Russian Civil War that followed.
