What were the roles of the Reds and whites in the Russian Civil War?

In the Russian Civil War (1917-1922), the "Reds" were the Bolshevik forces led by Vladimir Lenin, advocating for a socialist state and the establishment of a communist government. They sought to consolidate power following the October Revolution. The "Whites," on the other hand, comprised a coalition of anti-Bolshevik groups, including monarchists, liberals, and moderate socialists, who aimed to overthrow the Bolshevik regime and restore a more traditional form of governance. This conflict was marked by intense fighting and significant social upheaval, ultimately leading to Bolshevik victory and the establishment of the Soviet Union.