Textbooks often mention the Man of Steel and his nemesis, but seldom do they investigate in-depth the inner workings of Russia before it established a separate peace and ended its involvement in World War I. Exploring the intricacies of the Russian involvement in the war, along with the rising tide of Revolution, an informative video engages viewers in a more detailed look at the debates in Russia behind the Treaty of Brest-Litovsk. Learners also hear how each man rose to his position within the revolutionary movement in Russia and where they disagreed about fundamental ideas within Marxism.