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Economic Policies Behind Stalin and the Bolsheviks / Effects of World War II
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A 10 page paper that analyzes the economic politics behind Stalin and the Bolsheviks, in power during World War II, and how the war affected them. This paper discusses the party ideals, providing statistical information of its success and the resultant devastation of the war based on the West's, including the U.S. sanctions against the country before and immediately following the war. The paper also provides some background on the German threat. Bibliography lists 12 sources .
Filename: Sovwwii.wps

Conversation Between Lenin and Hitler
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A 6 page essay that has as its premise what Lenin and Hitler might have said to each other in a conversation. The writer uses this form to discuss main points of their ideology, basing their remarks on Lenin's book, State and Revolution, and Hitler's Mein Kampf. No additional sources cited.
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Keynes v. Lenin
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A 5 page research paper discussing several of the points laid out in Keynes' 'The Economic Consequences of Peace' and how it benefited Western Europe, while Russia continues to suffer from the consequences of Leninism. The writer basis the argument on the divergent views of nationalism as they are related to either a centrist or open economy. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: Cnkynlen.wps

Tchaikovsky / Hero Or Villain ?
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In 11 pages, the writer discusses that Tchaikovsky was in actuality a villain, not the hero that he was made out to be, while using critical perspectives such as Freudianism, Feminism, and Marxism. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: Kovsky.wps

Tchaikovsky As A Hero
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The 5 page research paper on the life and music of nineteenth-century Russian composer Peter Illich Tchaikovsky. The writer demonstrates how the composer's gift of melody, technical proficiency, and contributions to ballet and opera definitely make him one of the greatest composer of all time. The paper also touches on how Tchaikovsky's homosexuality influenced how his music was regarded in academic circles. Bibliography contains 4 sources.
Filename: Tchai.wps

Russian Border Guards
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An 18 page research paper that examines the past and present of the Russian border guard. The writer details the history of the guard and how they maintained the 'Iron curtain' for the former Soviet Union and then details how the guard has changed with the demise of the USSR. Bibliography lists 15 sources.
Filename: 90guard.wps

Lenin's Influence On The Russian Revolution
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In 6 pages the author discusses Vladimir Ilyich Lenin and his influence on the Russian Revolution. Lenin led the first great socialist revolution in world history. He was a political leader of genius, and a martyr. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Lenrus.wps

Leon Trotsky's Role in Russia
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This five-page-paper discusses the role Leon Trotsky played in the Russian Revolution and the Bolshevik Party. It opens with a discussion about Trotsky's life accomplishments and then moves into a brief biography of his entire life. It finishes with the reason he did not win the bid to succeed Lenin when he died. Bibliography lists five sources.
Filename: CWLeonTr.was

The Russian Revolution and the Bolshevik Influence
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A 6 page paper that posits that only a very small minority group numbering 33,000 formed the Bolshevik party --and gained the support of millions in order to cause the Russian Revolution under the leadership of Josef Stalin and with the support of Lenin. Bibliography includes 8 sources.
Filename: Russrev.wps

John Reed’s “Ten Days that Shook the World”
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This 5 page report discusses John Reed’s 1934 account of the Bolsheviks and the Russian Revolution of 1917. Reed was an unapologetic communist before communism became demonized. His book and Reed himself, have inspired a great deal of controversy. Through Reed’s commentary, it is possible to understand many of the objectives and fundamental goals of the revolutionary leaders and that the larger intention of the Russian Revolution was not at all evil but was based on the most basic of premises -- equality. No doubt, readers would see the corrupt sides of the Revolution if Reed’s book had gone further than the October Revolution. Bibliography lists one source.
Filename: BWten.wps

Democracy in Russia
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A 4 page research paper on the concept of democracy and its embodiment in Russia. The writer details the representative form of government, political parties, trends and social and economic problems. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: Democr.wps

Democracy in Russia Today
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A 10 page research paper that applies the concepts in James David Barber's The Book of Democracy to modern day efforts in Russian to establish a democratic system and a free market economy. In his book, Professor Barber argues that there are four crucial factors that must be controlled through the process of political action in order for a democracy to survive. These factors are force, totalitarianism, law and reason. The writer demonstrates how these forces are at work in modern day Russian democracy. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: 99rusdem.wps

The State of Russian Democracy
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A 9 page discussion of Russia’s political transition from communism to democracy. Cautions that this transition is far from complete and hinges in part on upcoming parliamentary and presidential elections. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
Filename: PPrusDem.wps

Trends in Economic and Political Philosophy
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This 6 page paper explores three trends in economic and political thought which includes the free market economy, democracy and individualism. The countries of Russia, Britain, France and China are the focus of the discussion. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: SA48Trnd.wps

Will Democracy Survive In New Russia ?
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In 5 pages, the writer discusses whether democracy will survive in Russia. 'Russia has experience momentous revolutions during the twentieth century. There are some that contend that Russia will face a crisis in its governance, but that democracy will prevail. Others view that the democratic tradition in Russia is weakened and that Russia will fall back to its old ways of an authoritarian system. This author posits that democracy will not survive in Russia.' Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Willdemo.wps

Russia's Cultural Advancement During The Renaissance
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5 pages in length. While the rest of Europe was advancing culturally as a direct result of the Renaissance period, Russia did not reap the same benefits of cultural development. The Mongol occupation in Russia was responsible for the disproportionate growth; because of the ongoing Mongol suppression, Russians were not able to prosper culturally to the extent other European countries experienced. The writer discusses cultural advancement as it pertains to Russia during the Mongol occupation. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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History of Russian Nationalism
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A 4 page research paper that examines the topic of Russian nationalism from an historical point of view. The writer argues that by examining the history of Russian nationalism, it is possible to gain insight into the continuing role that Russian nationalism has played throughout Russian history and particularly in regards to how it contributed to the fall of the Soviet Union. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: 90rssian.wps

Is Nationalism Pernicious ?
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A 3 page paper that looks at the inherently pernicious nature of nationlism and the results that this has had in the now defunct Soviet Union as well as in the United States during the U.S. Civil War. In these two examples, warring factions based the development of the premise for war out of declarations of nationalism. Nationalism has led to divisions in the United States, and the breakdown of the entire political structure of the once USSR. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
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Russian Nationalism
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A 15 page research paper that examines the topic of Russian nationalism and how this contributed to the fall of the Soviet Union. The writer also examines the emergence of nationalists groups that arose after the Soviet collapse and the role that nationalism has played in Russian politics. Bibliography lists 11 sources.
Filename: 90russnat.wps

Russian Nationalism After The Fall Of The Soviet Empire
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12 pages in length. Since Russia's new independence from Communism, people have been steadily working toward establishing themselves a new identity. Indeed, what will not be included in this renewed selfhood is the chauvinistic nationalism that exerted its control for so long; rather, post-Soviet Russia has been striving to achieve a strong sense of national security whose birth place is that of a political, economic and social consensus. Bibliography lists 15 sources.
Filename: TLCRusNt.wps

The New Russia and Nationalist Conflicts
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This 6 page paper provides information on the newly emerged Russian state and the groups within it. Global politics is stressed in this paper which discusses nationalism and ethnic problems within the new nation state. Bibliography lists 20 sources.
Filename: SA17Russ.wps

Gorbachev's Leadership
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An 8 page paper that provides an overview of Gorbachev's leadership style and considers it in terms of the impacts on the Soviet coup and transformation. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Gorblead.wps

Gorbachev, American v. Russian View
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A 5 page discussion of two views of Mikhail Gorbachev. The paper posits and discusses why Americans view Gorbachev as the hero of world peace and democratization, while Russians view him as the person who destroyed their country and a capitalist stooge. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Gorbi.wps

Legal Reforms Of Gorbachev vs. Yeltsin / Comparative Analysis
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A 15 page research paper examining the legal reforms of Gorbachev and Yeltsin. Specific focus on the attempt to establish 'Rule of Law' and Constitutional Law. Successes and problems in both administrations as related to these concepts is discussed. Extensive bibliography provided.
Filename: Gorbyelt.wps

Mikhail Gorbachev
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This 10 page paper provides a biographical sketch of this former Russian leader. His policies are assessed and his legacy is explored. His popularity is discussed as well as the criticisms and superstitions surrounding his presidency. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: SA47Mik.wps

Parestroika
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An 8 page paper describing the restructuring of the Soviet Union. Special attention is paid to Gorbachev who was the instigator of this movement towards change in Russia. A brief history of the movement and the areas it impacted are mentioned. The KGB, Twelve Year Plan, agriculture, industry, and work conditions are some of the areas affected.
Filename: Parest.wps

The Break up of the U.S.S.R.
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This 5 page paper provides an analysis of the break up of the U.S.S.R. including the causes and who is to blame. Gorbachev’s role is discussed. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: SA19USSR .wps

Marxism and Christianity by Alesdair MacIntyre; An Analysis
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This 7 page report considers Alesdair MacIntyre's book “Marxism and Christianity”. It considers his thoughts as a philosopher and his representation of those thoughts within the book. The content of the book is discussed focussing of the parallels drawn between Lenin and Emperor Constantine. The end of the paper also considers his following book and what changes in thought it presents. The bibliography cites 3 sources.
Filename: TEmacint.rtf

Stalin's And Hitler's Henchmen
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This 5 page paper discusses the follower's of these two autocratic leaders, what they did and why they did it. Stalin also executed millions of people whom he suspected of not being loyal but the crimes of Hitler are so atrocious that Stalin's evilness is sometimes forgotten. The executions began under Lenin's reign and continued under Stalin and then his successors. Stalin's right-hand man, Beria is discussed as are Goering, Hess, Eichmann, Heydrich and Himmler. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: PGstahit.wps

Differing Views of Stalin
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A 5 page review and critique of three articles discussing Josef Stalin: Nove's Was Stalin Really Necessary?, Khrushchev's De-Stalinization Speech, and Toistoya's In Cannibalistic Times. Nove wanders around and concludes that Stalin epitomized the wishes of the Party, but fails to address the fact that Stalin massacred most of the leading Party members when they disagreed with him; Khrushchev makes solid, valid observations on Stalin, but then follows them with saying that Lenin was not such a bad guy, after all. His support of Lenin weakens his stance on Stalin. Toistoya reports on the publication of Conquest's book on Stalin. It was published in the former USSR in 1990, but most reading thinkers had already read it when it was smuggled into the country 20 years earlier. No bibliography.
Filename: Stalin.DOC

Lenin and Stalin -- Policies and Practices
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A 15 page paper on the policies and practices of these two Russian dictators. The writer parallels Lenin and Stalin and describes their impact on the Russian people. Bibliography lists 12 sources.
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Totalitarianism & Joseph Stalin
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This 10 page paper discusses totalitarianism, in general, and how Stalin's regime of terror and complete control exemplifies it. More than Hitler or Mussolini, Stalin represents totalitarianism at its worst. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Stalinto.wps

From Stalin to Gorbachev
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A 10 page paper which addresses how Gorbachev essentially destroyed everything Stalin had worked for. While gorbachev was successfu lin many changes, many of which included changes that were necessary in relationship to altering Stalin’s creations, Gorbachev did not succeed in doing what he truly wnated to, which was to restructure socialism and enable it to move in a more positive direction. He was successful in bringing the world more peace and stability, and he was certianly successful in changing Russia forever, but he failed in restructuring Stalin’s implementations into a system that would owrk more effeciently. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: RAgorby.wps

Arthur Koestler's 'Darkness at Noon'
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A six page paper looking at Arthur Koestler's novel set during the period of Russia's Great Terror in the late 1930s. The paper shows that the most long-lasting legacy of Stalin's purges was the loss of the idealism that characterized early Communism. Bibliography lists two sources.
Filename: KBkoest.wps

Collectivism and Industrialisation in the Soviet Union 1928 – 1933;
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This 16 page paper considers Stalin and his policies of collectivism in agriculture and industrialisation in the Soviet Union between 1928 and 1933. The social aspect which led to this era and making it possible are considered, along with the contradictory role of the Red Army, and the famine of 1933. The paper also includes the ways in which the peasants resisted and the consequences of that resistance and the reasons for the world outside of the Soviet Union to be so completely unaware of the real internal situation. The bibliography cites 15 sources, three of which are primary media sources from the era of Stalin and this paper.
Filename: TEsoviet.rtf

Joseph Stalin / An Evaluation Of His Military Prowess
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A 7 page paper on the leadership talents and military campaigns of Joseph Stalin. The writer focuses upon Stalin's activities just prior to and during World War II-- particularly the Red Army's conquests in the Far East and elsewhere. It is argued that Stalin should be commended for playing such a significant role in ultimately defeating the Germans. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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Joseph Stalin: The Industrialization of Russia
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A 6 page overview of the economic revitalization enacted in Russia in the late 1930s by Joseph Stalin. Describes the accomplishments but emphasizes the costs which were incurred as a result of Stalin's ruthlessness. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: PPstalin.wps

Milovan Djilas’ “Conversations With Stalin”
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5 pages in length. It is relatively easy to ascertain the underlying meaning behind Milovan Djilas' Conversations With Stalin; when one delves into the depths of what the author is attempting to convey to his audience, one can clearly understand the implications of such a monumental work of historic literature. Indicative of Djilas' title, Conversations With Stalin refers to the personal contact the author had with Stalin, which chronicles the autocratic leader's time in office. Djilas' analysis of Stalin's participation in Russian political history is both significant and poignant in its application; not only does the reader gain considerable insight as to Stalin's intimidating reign, but he also adopts a better understanding of the processes of communism and socialism. The writer offers a critical evaluation of Djilas' book. No additional sources cited.
Filename: Djilas.wps

Stalin & The Bomb / Book Review
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A 9 page paper on David Holloway's book entitled 'Stalin And The Bomb' in which the writer explores Soviet efforts to develop their own atomic bomb just after World War II. The geo-political implications of Stalin's project and our entry into what would truly become a 'nuclear age' are evaluated. Bibliography lists 5 additional critical sources.
Filename: Stalinbk.wps

The Effect of the Great Patriotic War on the USSR
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A 7 page research paper that examines the effects that the Great Patriotic War (WWII) had on the Soviet Union. The writer argues that it was this victory that convinced Stalin that the authoritarian policies of the 1930s were correct and provided him with justification for pursuing this sort of governance until his death. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: 99grtwar.wps

The Haunted Wood
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A 10 page book review of Allen Weinstein and Alexander Vassiliev’s book, “The Haunted Wood: Soviet Espionage in America--the Stalin Era.” This book details many different incidents and individuals who played an important part in espionage during the first half of this century. Mush of what we have known, or heard about, up until now, has largely involved vague references and undocumented events. In this book the authors, one a Russian, gained access to valuable information that enlightens the reader to many of these vague references that were actually realities in the battle between the United States and the Soviet Union. No additional sources cited.
Filename: RAwood.wps

The Pros & Cons Of Joseph Stalin's Industrialization
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Stalin, knowing relatively little about human nature, other than Marx's treatise that 'human beings could be molded to serve the state,' created a vision of massive industrialization based on the 'scientific man.' In this 6 page research paper, the writer discusses both the positive and negative effects of Stalin's industrialization in Russia. A number of statistical and sociopolitical examples from 20th century Russian history are provided to better-illustrate points made. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Stalin.wps

American Cultural Imperialism In The Post Cold War Era
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A 5 page research paper that examines current thinking regarding the ways in which Western style consumerism has become the hallmark of globalization. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: USculit.wps

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.
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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

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.wps

American Foreign Policy after World War II
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This 5 page report discusses how the world political scene evolved in terms of American globalist goals and objectives. As World War II came to a conclusion, it was clear that alliances made in the time of war would have little likely of surviving the stress of peace. For those who formed their attitudes in the midst of the relatively simplistic thinking of West equals good and East equals bad, or Communism is evil and all people “deserve” capitalism,” the change in ideologies represented by globalization and international partnerships have been staggering. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: BWforpo2.wps

American Policies and World Revolutions: 1890s to 1945
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A 6 page discussion of the different approaches in U.S. policies toward revolutionary actions. Summarizes U.S. concerns in the Russian, Chinese, and Mexican Revolutions and concludes that these concerns are very different dependent both on geography and political ideology. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: PPrevPol.wps

Boris Yeltsin -- A Combination of Mother Russia and Modern Russia
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This 10 page report discusses Russia’s first elected president, Boris Yeltsin. Was he a an old-style Russian oligarch determined to take his rightful place in the leadership of his country? Or can he be better-defined as a leader firmly in touch with the needs and desires of the “real” Russians -- the people once described as the “proletariat.” He has been alternately adored and vilified, praised and blamed for the “new” Russia. But it should not be forgotten he certainly deserves credit for truly monumental achievements. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: BWboris.wps

Brezhnev Era
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A 5 page paper that discusses the Brezhnev era. The question is why people, in retrospect, would think their lives were good during under Brezhnev's rule when, in reality, they were years of economic and social turmoil. The writer begins by describing how Khrushchev was ousted and how Brezhnev came into power. The essay then moves into a description of some of the major events during these years. Finally, the writer attempts to make a connection between these years and why the Soviet citizens would remember those years as being positive. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: PGbrezh.wps

Budgetary Challenges and the European Union of the Future
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This 16 page report discusses a scenario in which the current members of the EU agree that Estonia, Poland, Czech Republic, Hungary and Slovenia should be allowed to join the community by 2010. However, in this fictional scenario, their accession was only agreed after discussions over the economics of the “community” were addressed. The European nations which were the most decidedly “mainstream” in terms of their European identity -- Germany, France, Italy, et al -- found themselves facing questions regarding how legitimately European one should consider nations such as Estonia, Poland, Czech Republic, Hungary and Slovenia. Benefits, challenges, and potential problems are addressed. Bibliography lists 13 sources.
Filename: BWeubudg.wps

Business Effect of Russia's Lack of Infrastructure
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A 5 page paper examining the lack of information management infrastructure as a factor contributing to the vastly uneven growth of the economy before its financial collapse in 1998. Many individual businesses were well equipped with the technological standards of business today, but they were concentrated in only a few major industries. All other segments of the economy did not fully share that good fortune—not only was infrastructure lacking in many areas but where it did exist there often were no qualified technical personnel to manage them. Observers believe that Russia will fare much better when the economy grows again. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Russia1.wps

Catherine The Great
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An 8 page overview of the life and accomplishments of Catherine the Great. Although the ethics in her rise to the throne were questionable to say the least, Catherine proved to be an effective leader for Russia. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: Tsarina.wps

Catherine the Great of Russia
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(6pp) It has been argued that Catherine was an educated ruler, not necessarily an enlightened one. The argument being that the Enlightenment was a time when people were discussing abstract ideas, and attempting to reach consensus in the process. However in Europe this was mainly discussion between intellectuals, and since at the time of Catherine's reign only two percent of her subjects were literate, it would lead to a narrow ray of enlightenment on the formal sense. With the data out of the way, I believe that Catherine made every effort, and did make, or cause change, considering the social environment that was her arena. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: BBcathRU.doc

Challenges Faced by a Newly-Independent Nation -- Croatia
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This 5 page report discusses the fact that some of the 21st century world’s newest independent nations are actually nations with some of the oldest cultures. However, for whatever political, economic, or imperialistic reason they were able to escape, they have found themselves facing the multiple challenges of establishing their governments, determining their national priorities, providing the social services their people need, and paying for it all. Croatia is used as an example to illustrate such a process. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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Decline Of Imperial Russia
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A 5 page paper on the decline of Imperial Russia. The discussion involves the argument of whether the decline was doomed or merely unlucky, based on pages 528-611 of the book Major Problems in the History of Imperial Russia by James Cracraft. The side that is taken is that of stating Imperial Russia was destined to fail in light of the fact that they refused to make necessary adjustments to the changes that were rapidly occurring throughout their continent, as well as the rest of the world. They ignorantly believed that they could uphold their tradition and follow their individual form of modernization without integrating themselves with anyone else. No additional sources cited.
Filename: Imprussi.wps

Democracies are Not Always Clones
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This nine-page-paper presents an in-depth discussion on the differences in two different democratic systems. using England and Czech Republic as examples it explains the nations age differences. Bibliography lists seven sources.
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Dissolution of the Soviet Union
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This 9 page report discusses the reasons behind the dissolution of the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics. For years, economists, politicians, sociologists and other theorists have been explaining the collapse of the Soviet Union. Ranging from hypotheses embracing the triumph of the individual human spirit to the economic mismanagement of the Soviet political structure, a vast array of possibilities has been proffered. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: BWussr.rtf

Effects of Khrushchev's Destalinization of Russia
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An 11 page paper discussing how the policies of Stalin's successor affected the people of the former Soviet Union. Under Khrushchev, there were several areas in which Russian citizens could expect to live longer lives than under Stalin, but Khrushchev did not materially improve the plight of the people in terms of any sort of freedom. Any superficial relaxation of restrictive rules was orchestrated for the good of the party and the state; the people and their efforts were merely fuel for the party machinery. Khrushchev's liberalization policies of destalinization changed only those conditions that could not be sustainable. Identification of those areas was dependent on Khrushchev's abilities of perception; while he identified several important areas, he failed to recognize the need for reform of other areas of Russian life as well, including religion. Bibliography lists 10 sources in 27 footnotes.
Filename: KSdestalin.wps

Former Soviet Union And Feudalism
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8 pages in length. The writer discusses post-Soviet Union institutions as they relate to feudal Europe. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: TLCfeudl.wps

Geography and The last of the Romanovs: Nicholas II
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(7 pp) The geography of both Russia, Siberia and Manchuria, with overlays of Japan and China played a role in the decisions of the last Czar of Russia. But at home he was faced with civil revolt, as the serf system, that had managed the land, screamed its discontent, and an impaled imperial government that had fallen under the spell of the charlatan Rasputin Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: BBnichls

Grigory Rasputin / A Defense
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A 7 page paper reflecting the life of Russian "bad boy" Rasputin. The writer defends Rasputin's "wickedness", and espouses Rasputin as a great Russian historical figure. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: Rasputin.wps

Health and Medicine in Nineteenth Century Russia
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This 10 page paper concentrates on the latter half of the 1800s in Russia and how the people coped with illness. Early remedies and surgery are explored. Nutrition is seen as a significant factor to explain the high infant mortality rates in rural Russian towns. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: SA139Rus.rtf

Industrial Development In Russia / 1689 Through 1917
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A 16 page paper discussing the industrial revolution in Russia throughout the rule of the Romanov dynasty. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Russiade.rtf

Islam in Russia : Before and After
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This 10 page paper examines how Muslims have fared through the break up of the Soviet Union. How things have changed, and what the fall of the Berlin Wall has meant to Russians who want to practice their religion, are explored. An overview of how Muslims have been treated under communist rule is also included. Bibliography lists 8 sources
Filename: SA132Mus.rtf

Ivan the Terrible.
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(6 pp). Ivan IV or Ivan the Terrible,1530-84, grand duke of Moscow (1533-84), was the first Russian ruler to assume formally the title of czar. Ivan the Terrible, the most famous tsar before Peter the Great and the most brutal ruler of Russia before Stalin, inherited the throne as a three-year-old boy on the death of his father, Vasily III, in 1533. Officially the new tsar became Ivan IV; he was awarded the title of Terrible (in Russian, ???????, "threatening" "inspiring awe or fear") by later historians. Ivan IV enjoyed the longest reign in Russian history--to the distress of his people. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: BBivanTT.doc

Josef Stalin 1879-1953
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A 24 page paper. Josef Stalin was born Ioseb Dzhugashvili in 1879. He died under vague circumstance in 1953. He ruled the Soviet Union for almost a quarter of a century. Tens of millions died under his rule. This essay presents a biography of Stalin and includes an introduction, his early years, including his education, his beginning involvement in revolutionary activities, his rise to power, his activities after he succeeded Lenin, the purges he ordered, participation in World War II, his last years and an analysis. There is also a short comparison of Stalin, Hitler and Mao Tse-tung. Bibliography lists 16 sources.
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Justifying the Russian War in Chechnya
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This 8 page report discusses the Russian war in Chechnya. As with so many of the battles going on around the world, the Russian war in the province of Chechnya is one that is difficult to understand and appears to change on an almost daily basis. Numerous issues are at stake in the confrontation, not the least of which is the determination of the Russian Federation to maintain what it sees as its cohesiveness and territorial integrity. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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Karl Marx and Change
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( 5 pp) "The philosophers have only interpreted the world in various ways; the point, however, is to change it." Does that sound like a bad idea to you? Life is about change, we are told so therefore that quote would seem to be a very logical one. However, since it is one that is often listed as being form the lips of Karl Marx. We are reluctant in a capitalistic society to give it much credence. This paper will examine those ideas of Karl Marx, which may deserve another look Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: BBkmarx.doc

Klyuchevsky's 'Peter the Great'
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A 5 page paper discussing the book 'Peter the Great,' by Klyuchevsky. The author, while at times vague and stinted in his writings, is able to illustrate one of the most influential men in history. Without Peter the Great Russia would not have been what it was, or was to become. Klyuchevsky's book illustrates this very well and appears to achieve this alluded goal. No additional sources cited.
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Lenin’s Tomb by David Remnick”
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A five page paper which looks at David Remnick’s account of the collapse of the Soviet Union, in terms of the way in which he conducted his research, the conclusions which he reached regarding the cause of the regime’s demise, and possible alternative interpretations of his ideological stance. Bibliography lists 2 sources
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Looking Back / Soviet Foreign Policy
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This 6 page research paper analyzes the radical changes that the Soviet Union underwent from 1980-1992 with regard to foreign policy and its impact on European Neighbors. These years were crucial as they were the last of the Soviet Empire. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
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Main Barriers in Moving from Command to Market Economy / The Post-Soviet Example
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The former Soviet republics have experienced a range of problems in asserting a transition from a central command economy to separate market economies, and this 8 page paper reflects the barriers to this transition. This paper considers the barriers to this change in general, including the absence of rule of law, the mentality of the citizenry, the fiscal system, tax system and monetary system, as well as infrastructure components and the impacts of technology, and then applies examples from the transitions that have occurred in Eastern Europe. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
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Marxist Tenets that Influenced the Russian Revolution
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5 pages. This paper takes a look at the Marxist tenets that served to influence Lenin and the Russian Revolution. The book Communist Manifesto by Karl Marx is one of the major resources used in this paper. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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Moscow and East European Security Affairs after 1945
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7 pages in length. Examines the collapse of the Soviet bloc, the Soviet military system as well as the rise of Solidarity to power in Poland. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
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New World: Order, Disorder, or Chaos?:
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A 5 page discussion of the current state of world affairs and order in world power has declined, not improved, since the collapse of the Soviet Union. Describes the disintegration of the balance which existed with the threat of mutual destruction and the current world situation of small and potentially volatile nations and terrorist groups having the capability of nuclear warfare. Concludes that rather than a "New World Order" we have chaos.
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Nicholas II, the Last Czar of Russia
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7 pages. Author Helene Carrere d'Encausse, in her book Nicholas II: The Interrupted Transition, sums up the reign of the last Czar of Russia thusly: "If ever there was a wrong man for the wrong time, it was Czar Nicholas II of Russia". Her book delves deeply into the life of Nicholas II, as to both his private and public life. Carrere d'Encausse, a leading French specialist in Slavic history, is said to "argue convincingly that Nicholas was a hopelessly ignorant, inept ruler who could not manage Russia's possible evolution to a more open, democratic state" . Bibliography lists 6 sources.
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Nuclear Proliferation: A Proposal for a Comparison of U.S. and Russian Interest
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A 5 page overview of the concerns surrounding nuclear proliferation. Notes that while on the one hand Russia denounces nuclear proliferation, she is on record as supporting nuclear proliferation in the Middle East, China and South Asia. The problem which confronts the U.S. therefore, regardless of the choice which is made as to whether to emphasize maintaining international stability or heading up a worldwide move toward democracy, is determining Russia motives in nuclear proliferation and addressing those motives. Suggests a comparison of U.S. and Russian foreignpolicy to identify common ground which can be used in the developmentof an effective nuclear nonproliferation treaty. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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Post-Communist Russia
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A 12 page research paper that gives an overall look at life in Russia after the collapse of the Soviet Union. Topics included cover the increase in crime, the economy, standards of living and the status of women. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
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Professional Women in Russia -- Then and Now
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A 14 page research paper on the role of professional women in Russia. The writer discusses the Soviet era and compares it with the present day as it relates to women' s roles. A number of strong analytical points are made and supported with social, cultural, and political fact. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
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Putin and Yeltsin: A Comparison of Leadership Styles
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11 pages in length. When Yeltsin announced his resignation to the world and that his hand-picked successor would be Vladimir Putin, it was a surprise to all. This paper is a discussion of this action and the different styles of leadership as the world will see between these two politicos. Bibliography lists 23 sources.
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Reconciliation Of Two Views On The New Russia
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A 7 page paper that explores this issue from Gail W. Lapidus' anthology and Vladimir Andrle's historiography. The writer posits that despite the fact that Lapidus seems to approach the resolution of the ethnic conflicts and economic issues from a centrist top-down view, in fact her research and conclusions are in line with Andrle's history of a bottom-up power based on the strength of the 'peasantry' of the old Russia. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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Professional Women in Russia -- Then and Now
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