Question by Bad Knee: Would Stalin have attacked Germany eventually as Hitler had said? Do you think the Russians would of eventually attacked Germany as Hitler had always ranted about, and even used it as his excuse to attack them, first. I know … [Read more...] about Would Stalin have eventually attacked Germany as Hitler had said?
History and Politics
Which was more successful – perestroika or glastnost?
Question by Mia: Which of Gorbachev's reform policies-perestroika or glastnost-were more successful? Question says it all! Thank you! :D Answers and Views: Answer by Old ProspectorProbably both - glastnost (openness, publicity) allowed for early … [Read more...] about Which was more successful – perestroika or glastnost?
Why did the USSR invade Afghanistan?
Question by Tito's Pin-Up: Hi why the USSR invaded Afghanistan? And how did the Taliban beat the Red Army? Hi I heard that the reason why the USSR invaded Afghanistan is because oil? And why the Red Army withdraw Afghanistan? Is because the Taliban … [Read more...] about Why did the USSR invade Afghanistan?
How self esteem was destroyed by Joseph Stalin?
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What did Stalin value for his country?
Question by Help P: What did Stalin value and feel was important for his country? HELLO! I need help with an X Ray Profile on: Stalin vs. Truman. 2) What did (Truman) value and feel was important for his country? 3) How does their economy … [Read more...] about What did Stalin value for his country?
The difference between today’s Russian Republic and the USSR?
Question by Megan Knepp: What's the different from today's Russian Republic and the USSR in terms of land area, internal & political? How was the USSR different from today's Russian Republic in terms of land area, internal structure, and politcal … [Read more...] about The difference between today’s Russian Republic and the USSR?
The Gulag during WWII?
Question by bowlerchick911: What do you know about the Gulag during WWII? Answers and Views: Answer by JoeMany German POWS were sent there, and many obviously perished. Read all the answers in the comments. Add your own answer! … [Read more...] about The Gulag during WWII?