Russia Flashcards
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What was the Prague Spring?
The Prague Spring was a period of political liberalization and reform in Czechoslovakia in 1968, aiming to create ‘socialism with a human face’ under Alexander Dubček.
When did the Prague Spring take place?
The Prague Spring began on January 5, 1968, and ended on August 21, 1968, with the Soviet-led invasion.
Who led the Prague Spring reforms?
Alexander Dubček, the First Secretary of the Communist Party of Czechoslovakia, led the reforms.
What were the key reforms during the Prague Spring?
Reforms included freedom of speech and the press, political liberalization, economic reforms, and increased freedom of movement.
Why did the Soviet Union invade Czechoslovakia in 1968?
The Soviet Union and Warsaw Pact countries invaded to stop the liberalizing reforms, fearing they would spread to other Eastern Bloc countries.
How many troops were involved in the invasion of Czechoslovakia?
Approximately 500,000 troops from the Soviet Union, Poland, East Germany, Hungary, and Bulgaria participated in the invasion.
What was the Brezhnev Doctrine?
The Brezhnev Doctrine justified Soviet intervention in any socialist country where communism was threatened, emerging in response to the Prague Spring.
What happened to Alexander Dubček after the Prague Spring?
Dubček was removed from power, and a period of ‘normalization’ began, reversing reforms and restoring strict communist control.
What is the historical significance of the Prague Spring?
The Prague Spring became a symbol of resistance to Soviet domination and influenced later movements that led to the fall of communism in 1989.
What was the significance of the 20th Congress of the Communist Party of the Soviet Union ?
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The 20th Congress marked a major turning point in Soviet history, highlighted by Nikita Khrushchev’s “Secret Speech,” which denounced Stalin’s cult of personality and initiated de-Stalinization. It promoted “peaceful coexistence” with the West, sparked limited reforms, and influenced uprisings in Eastern Europe. The Congress also contributed to the Sino-Soviet split and set the stage for later reforms that would eventually lead to the dissolution of the Soviet Union.
Who was removed from power and when in Ukraine in the maidan revolution
Victor Yanukovych, the pro-Russian President of Ukraine, was removed from power in 2014 during the Euromaidan protests, also known as the Maidan Revolution. Here’s a breakdown of what happened:
Victor Yanukovych, the pro-Russian President of Ukraine, was removed from power in 2014 during the Euromaidan protests, also known as the Maidan Revolution. Here’s a breakdown of what happened:
