The Fall of the Romanovs, culminating in the abdication of Tsar Nicholas II in 1917, marked the end of over 300 years of Romanov rule and significantly altered Russian history. It led to the collapse of imperial Russia, ushering in a period of political turmoil and civil unrest. This change played a crucial role in setting the stage for the Bolshevik Revolution later that year, ultimately transforming Russia into a communist state. The fall also symbolized the failure of autocracy and sparked debates about governance, class struggle, and the rights of the proletariat, influencing global politics for decades.