HIST 892 - The Rise and Fall of the Soviet Union

Institution:

Trinity College

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Description:

This course will study the rise and fall of the Soviet Union. We will begin with an examination of Lenin and the origins of Bolshevism and consider the reasons for the Russian Revolution. The seminar will then analyze Stalinism as a political and social phenomenon . The last part of the seminar will study the attempts of Stalin's heirs to deal with his legacy and will try to explain the connections between de-Stalinization and the final collapse of the Soviet Union. All students will be asked to do an oral book report, participate in class and write a 20 page final paper as well as a few 2-3 page reaction papers. Readings will include secondary and primary sources, as well as Soviet literature. There will also be a selection of relevant Soviet films. 1.00 units, Seminar

Credits:

1.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.Trincoll.edu

Phone Number:

(860) 297-2000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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