First Meeting of Saint Petersburg Soviet

Date: October 26, 1905 • Location: Moscow, Russia

The Saint Petersburg Soviet held its first meeting, becoming the first elected body in Russia to represent workers.

The Petersburg Soviet of Workers' Delegates was a workers' council, or soviet, in Saint Petersburg in 1905.

This milestone marked a defining occurrence in Russia's and world history, leaving an indelible imprint on societal development, international relations, and cultural memory. Its enduring ramifications continue to be examined and commemorated by historians and scholars across the globe.