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Papers On Modern Russia / Former Soviet
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The End of the Cold War
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This 3 page report discusses some of
the numerous events and a significant array of policies
ultimately brought about the end of the Cold War. From events as
monumental as the destruction of the Berlin Wall and the
dissolution of the Soviet Union to other far less spectacular
events. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: BWcwrend.wps
Did Stalin Follow Lenin?
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A 9 page paper focusing on the policies and practices of Lenin and Stalin. The writer details the ideology of Vladimir Lenin and analyzes whether Stalin swayed from Bolshevik philosophy. Bibliography lists nine sources.
Filename: Bolshevi.wps
Confrontation in European History
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A 5 page paper discussing several of the most dramatic moments in European history in regards to military involvement and revolution. The books used in this examination are “The Challenge of The West,” by Lynn Hunt,
“Nineteenth-Century Europe,” by Jan Goldstein and John Boyer eds., “Death's Men,” by Denis Winter, and “Maus II,” by Art Speigelman. Events discussed include the Paris
Commune, the Bolshevik Revolution, WWI, WWII, and the Cold War. In relationship to the driving force of European politics, as discussed, the decisive forces between 1848 and
1989 appear to be both socialism and nationalism, depending upon the particular event and time period. No additional sources cited.
Filename: Confront.wps
Nicholas II and the February Revolution
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A 16 page paper that describes the history and persepectives around the February Revolution that led to the abdication of Nicholas II. This paper considers the impact of the two major political groups of the time, the Mensheviks and the Bolsheviks during the First World War, and the reflections of their membership on the leadership of Nicholas. This paper also recognizes Nicholas' relationships with his advisors and their perceptions on the insurrection that caused his necessary abdication. Bibliography lists 12 sources.
Filename: Nicholas.wps
Women's Movement Of 1919 Russia / Conflicting Views
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An 11 page paper that provides an overview of the elements leading to considerable opposition in the Russian Women's movement of 1919, essentially dividing the women of Russian. This paper argues that the fundamental premises of both Feminist and Bolshevik groups pitted women against women. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: Russwf.wps
"Resurrection: The Struggle for a New Russia" by David Remnick
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A 5 page paper
which examines the first four chapters of Remnick's book "Resurrection: The Struggle for
a New Russia," discussing his arguments. No additional sources cited.
Filename: RAremnck.rtf
A Canadian in Moscow
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This 5 page report discusses the fact that
when a Canadian leaves the borders of Canada to work in Russia,
he or she should be well-prepared for the culture shock of their
life. Canada has been renowned for its national social policy
and the delivery of its social and governmental programs for
decades. The “new” Russia has none or at least none that
function efficiently. The business environment of Canada is one
in which the entrepreneurial spirit is encouraged and innovation
is sought after. Innovation and initiative in Russia is often
associated with criminal activity. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: BWcanmos.wps
A Comparative Assessment of Successful Communist Revolutions in Russia and China
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This 8 page paper provides a comparative overview of the factors that account for the successful communist revolutions n Russia and China. This paper considers the similarities of each revolution and the factors that determined the maintenance of communism over time. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: MHRuChi.wps
A Comparison of Two Rivers
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This 5 page paper provides an overview of the St. Lawrence River in Quebec, Canada and the Volga River in Russia. The rivers are compared and contrasted. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: SA113riv.wps
A Machiavellian View Of Yeltzin
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A 5 page analysis of the actions by the Russian president, Boris Yeltzin, who dismissed his entire Cabinet in March of 1998. The writer demonstrates that Yeltzin's use of power can be described as Machiavellian in nature and demonstrated many of the principles of the 16th-century political philosopher. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: Yeltsinm.rtf
America's Superiority During the Cold War
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This 9 page paper supports the view that the U.S. had always been more powerful than the U.S.S.R. Thus, the arms race was just an illusion as the U.S. really held all the power. Still, concerns about former Soviet weaponry remain. The cold war and its legacy is also discussed. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: SA207cld.rtf
