Question by gooddan1992: Why did Lenin accept the loss of so much Russian territory in the Treaty of Brest-Litovsk? This is a question in my homework I don't understand. It's from World History Modern Times California edition textbook. Answers and … [Read more...] about Why did Lenin accept the loss of territory in the Treaty of Brest-Litovsk?
History and Politics
What’s the philosophy of Mikhail Gorbachev’s openness?
Question by Vivian T: What's the philosophy of openness introduced by Mikhail Gorbachev? Answers and Views: Answer by oldschooldude54It was known as "Glasnost" and wasn't a philosophy so much as a new "policy of openness" that would permit the … [Read more...] about What’s the philosophy of Mikhail Gorbachev’s openness?
What problems did Tsar Alexander III have on his accession?
Question by georgegoat88: What problems did Tsar Alexander III have on his accession to the Russian Throne in 1881? Much help would be hugely appreciated Thanks :) Answers and Views: Answer by Age of MetternichHis father had just been assassinated … [Read more...] about What problems did Tsar Alexander III have on his accession?
Would Russia be better off today had it had Trotsky as leader?
Question by retaerik: Would Russia be better off today had it had Leon Trotsky than Joseph Stalin as leader? Although Lenin did remind his peers before he died that Stalin should not be chosen over Trotsky, Stalin was still made leader although he … [Read more...] about Would Russia be better off today had it had Trotsky as leader?
How much of a true communist was Joseph Stalin?
Question by ASL: How much of a true communist was Joseph Stalin? Did he fulfill Lenin's vision of a Marxist Russia? I need detailed examples. Greatly appreciated. Answers and Views: Answer by makingcontact210So...you like...havent even cracked the … [Read more...] about How much of a true communist was Joseph Stalin?
The main differences between Stalin and Trotsky?
Question by y: What are the main differences between Stalin and Trotsky? Sources would be appreciated :) Answers and Views: Answer by Dwight K. SchruteJosif Stalin was more a dictator than Leon Trotsky. He used the communist model, with the … [Read more...] about The main differences between Stalin and Trotsky?
Would you vote for Josef Stalin?
Question by Tolstoyevsky: Would you vote for Stalin? There have been some fascinating things posted here lately. "Stalin wasn't perfect, but who of us are? Beria wasn't that bad either. Just look at all the good they did," etc. So, I'm curious. … [Read more...] about Would you vote for Josef Stalin?