Russia 1905: Dress Rehearsal for Revolution Alan Wood argues that the real significance of 1905 lies not so much in what was achieved as in the portents provided for the achievements of the future. Alan Wood | Published in History Today Volume 31 Issue 8 August 1981 To continue reading this article you need to purchase a subscription, available from only £5. Start my trial subscription now If you have already purchased access, or are a print & archive subscriber, please ensure you are logged in. Please email digital@historytoday.com if you have any problems. Popular articles The Allure of Medieval Churches Is it Possible to Forgive and Forget?