... which restored some features of capitalism. War Communism ended all forms private capitalism, and took complete control of the distribution of food. Under of War Communism, Banks and key industries in the country were nationalized. All factories with more than ten workers were also nationalized. Private trading and private property were banned, free market in grain was heavily penalized. All citizens had to work under the direction of the state. The government took over the distribution of food, clothing and fuel in the cities. Paper currency was replaced by payment in goods and services. Instead of receiving cash wages, people only got ration cards which stated how much food and other necessities they should obtain. Also, former civil servants were replaced by the members of the Communist Party who were uneducated and untrained. Discipline for workers was strict, strikers could be shot. There was a great shift in ...

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