"Red October" refers to the October Revolution in 1917, a pivotal event in Russian history. This revolution led to the overthrow of the Russian Provisional Government and the establishment of a Bolshevik government under Vladimir Lenin. It marked the beginning of communist rule in Russia and had significant global implications. The term is also associated with the 1984 novel "The Hunt for Red October" by Tom Clancy, which tells the story of a Soviet submarine captain who seeks asylum in the United States. The novel explores themes of military strategy and Cold War tensions, contributing to popular culture's understanding of naval warfare.