In the 1980s the Soviet Union found itself caught in a box reminiscent of the U.S. in the early 70s with Vietnam, except this time it was over the mountains of Afghanistan. The Soviets came to Afghanistan for a variety of reasons, the clearest of which is geography. Afghanistan is a central part of the … Continue reading All Along the Watchtower: The Soviet Vietnam
When the Cat’s Away…
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On March 5th, 1953 the Soviet Union held its breath in anticipation. Joseph Stalin was this larger-than-life figure who effectively dictated the lives of millions of Soviet citizens in a long, unpredictable and bloody reign, his abrupt death left many questions and a very uncertain future. Not only did this throw a wrench in Soviet … Continue reading When the Cat’s Away…
Where is your God now?
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What role did nationality and religion play in the formation of the Soviet State? The concept of religion in the Soviet Union is interesting, primarily because it wasn’t just the idea of a God that the Bolsheviks disagreed with, but also the concept of any power or authority above themselves. The challenge for them was … Continue reading Where is your God now?
Transformation of the Industrial Revolution in Russia
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Generally with Russia at the turn of the century, one would assume that it would be in the national interest to keep up with the industrial, economic, and political development of the rest of Europe. While factories and industrial development was rapidly expanding in the culturally central region of the Russian Empire, namely Moscow and … Continue reading Transformation of the Industrial Revolution in Russia
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