The Russian Turmoil; Memoirs: Military, Social, and Political

"The Russian Turmoil; Memoirs: Military, Social, and Political" by General A. I. Denikin is a recounting of Russia's descent into revolution in the early 1900's. As a connected military officer, Denikin witnessed the Russian Empire crumble. He retells the tale of a decaying army and unpacks the political and social issues that created the country's great and profound changes. He introduces the scene with background on elements that led to Russia's demise, and sheds light on soldiers' initial devotion to the Czar, motivated by beliefs and love for their country. However, Denikin also points out a fall in the troops' spirits because they were tired of battle, as well as the influence of revolutionary philosophies at this major moment in Russian history.