Question by Jeannin M: What are the reasons that Germany attacked the Soviet Union during WWII? How did the German-Soviet conflict make the world war into a "global war" and "total war"? Answers and Views: Answer by Jerry Jerry Jerry!!!Germany … [Read more...] about Why has Germany attacked the Soviet Union during WWII?
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Khrushchev’s secret speech to the Communist Party Congress?
Question by SCUFC: Khrushchev's secret speech to the Twentieth-Party Congress? Why would Khrushchev's secret speech to the Twentieth-Party Congress develop an unprecedented air of optimism within the Soviet Union? Was this air optimism warranted, or … [Read more...] about Khrushchev’s secret speech to the Communist Party Congress?
Who really has the power in the Russian Government?
Question by Cool K: Russia's Government: Who really has the power? I know there's a Prime Minister (Putin) and a Presedent (Medvedev), but who really has the power and who is a figurehead? Thanks. Answers and Views: Answer by Coral Taxi It is still … [Read more...] about Who really has the power in the Russian Government?
What would the Soviet Union be like if Trotsky was leader instead of Stalin?
Question by Яay: What would the USSR be like if Trotsky was leader instead of Stalin? Answers and Views: Answer by SabooLess murderous most likely...beyond that its hard to say Read all the answers in the comments. Add your own answer! … [Read more...] about What would the Soviet Union be like if Trotsky was leader instead of Stalin?
What did Grigori Rasputin do that made the czar want to kill him?
Question by Dean: What did Rasputin do that made the czar want to kill him? Answers and Views: Answer by GraybeardYou'd do better to just Google this one. The story of this psychotic monk is really fascinating. Read all the answers in the … [Read more...] about What did Grigori Rasputin do that made the czar want to kill him?
Where can i find a hotel near Sochi Russia?
Question by Serine: where can i find a hotel near sochi? i'm searching for a cheap (not too expensive) hotel i sochi, and i have been told that i may find some good and not so expensive hotel somewhere near sochi... do you have an idea where exactly, … [Read more...] about Where can i find a hotel near Sochi Russia?
How much to pay for an ak-47 at a pawn shop?
Question by Jason W: How much should i pay for an ak-47 at a pawn shop? They have one listed for $ 700 and one for about $ 400. I don't know much about the market for these rifles or if there's one design that's better than another. I think I heard … [Read more...] about How much to pay for an ak-47 at a pawn shop?
What is the best translation of “the brothers karamazov” by dostoevsky?
Question by D1Balla: what is the best translation of dostoevsky's "the brothers karamazov"? going to get it on amazon, but i'm not sure which edition to get. Answers and Views: Answer by holymonxbuy them all Read all the answers in the … [Read more...] about What is the best translation of “the brothers karamazov” by dostoevsky?
Did tzar Alexander II deserve the title Liberator?
Question by Beth N: Did Alexander II deserve the title Tsar liberator? Some vague notes would be very useful, my text books aren't being very helpful! Answers and Views: Answer by Bob AIn spite of his obstination on playing Russian Autocrat, … [Read more...] about Did tzar Alexander II deserve the title Liberator?
Is it bad to drink vodka if you try to lose weight?
Question by eldeeder: Is it bad to drink vodka if you are trying to lose weight? What are some key lifestyle changes to lose weight permanantly? Right now, I drink a lot of vodka, try to cut out transfat, and exercise a little bit. I think im going … [Read more...] about Is it bad to drink vodka if you try to lose weight?