The October Revolution in Russia occurred on
Correct answer: November 7, 1917

Old Fool
SC WizKid, November 7th by the Gregorian Calendar is October 25th by the Julian Calendar.
Russia didn't adopt the Gregorian Calendar that the rest of the western world used, and still uses, until after the revolution.

SC WizKid
would like the answer explained better. Why was it called October if it occurred in November?

Milo
SC WizKid, changes in orthodox calendar,

Bunny
SC WizKid, EXACTLY 💯

Bunny
so, Why isn't it called the November revolution!!??

nimblemoon
faithfulservent, Oh really? The man can't keep his own cabinet together for two months in a row!