Once seizing government power in 1917, the Bolsheviks had found themselves under attack by surrounding enemies. Controlling less than a quarter of Russia's land, the Bolshevik party was determined to defend its power against counter revolution. By 1924, they had defeated the White Army through a series of organized war strategies and prevailing character. The Bolshevik's Red Army had sustained their morale and determination through wide spread public support. Their advantage of government control had allowed them …showed first 75 words of 1055 total…

…showed last 75 words of 1055 total…utilize their government control towards their war effort, building a stronger and more defensive army. Another main aspect determining direction of the war was the weakness of the White Army. They were disunited and unorganized. They had very ineffective leaders and their policies were unpopular among the people. The Bolsheviks were ruthless in their struggle for victory and in doing so, defended their government power from counter revolution during the course of the civil war.