Georgy Lvov

ModernPoliticianRussia1861 — 1925

First prime minister of the Russian Provisional Government.

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Quick Facts

Born

1861

Died

1925

Country

Russia

Era

Modern

Occupation

Politician

Score Overview

Military (10%)49

Political (20%)38

Influence (20%)50

Legacy (20%)40

Leadership (15%)31

Strategy (15%)42

Total Score42.0

Georgy Lvov — Complete Timeline

1917 AD

Appointment as Prime Minister of the Provisional GovernmentPolitical Action◆ Major

After the February Revolution, Lvov became the first Prime Minister of the Russian Provisional Government. He headed a cabinet of liberal and moderate socialist ministers, but struggled to maintain authority amid growing radicalism and the ongoing war.

Provisional GovernmentPrime MinisterFebruary Revolution

Impact: national

Resignation as Prime MinisterPolitical Action◆ Major

Facing a crisis over the war and land reform, Lvov resigned as Prime Minister in July 1917. He was succeeded by Alexander Kerensky. Lvov's resignation reflected the Provisional Government's inability to address the demands of the Russian people and maintain order.

ResignationProvisional GovernmentKerensky

Impact: national

1918 AD

Arrest by the BolsheviksPolitical Action

After the October Revolution, Lvov was arrested by the Bolsheviks in Tyumen. He was imprisoned in Yekaterinburg but later escaped. His arrest marked the Bolshevik suppression of former Provisional Government officials.

ArrestBolsheviksProvisional Government

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