Magnitogorsk / The Stakhanovite Movement Flashcards
How did Magnitogorsk change?
In 1928, Magnitogorsk was just a small village but by 1932 it became a thriving town of around 250,000 people
A showpiece of Soviet achievement
Why was Magnitogorsk vital?
Magnitogorsk was vital in supplying steel during the Second World War – around half of all steel needed to build the USSR’s tanks came from there
Who was the Stakhanovite Movement named after?
Named after Alexei Stakhanovite
Who was Alexei Stakhanovite?
He produced an enormous amount of coal in one attempt during 1935
It was a set up occasion in optimum conditions to act as propaganda to encourage other workers
What was the purpose of the Stakhanovite movement?
Aimed to make workers and managers more efficient
‘Stakhanovite’ workers enjoyed better food, accommodation and other privileges, such as holidays
