Which treaty ended Russia's involvement in World War I in March 1918?
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Correct answer: Treaty of Brest-Litovsk
The Bolsheviks signed this treaty with the Central Powers, ceding massive amounts of territory, including Ukraine and the Baltic states. While the terms were harsh, it allowed Lenin to focus on consolidating power during the Russian Civil War.
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