Russian and Eurasian Studies 244s - Topics in the Recent History of Europe:Red Star Over Russia:The Totalitarian Regime of Lenin and Stalin,1917-1953

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Mount Holyoke College

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(Same as History 260(0 )) The Bolshevik Revolution of 1 1 marked the coming of totalitarianism to Russia. Led first by Lenin and then by Stalin, the country went through the most brutal civil war, purges,WorldWar II, and the first stages of cold war. This period also saw immense social change and sweeping economic transformation.What were the causes of totalitarianism in Russia How did the regime function What were the major landmarks of Russian history in the period 1 1 -1 5 Meets Humanities I-B requirement C. Pleshakov 4 credits

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4.00

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(413) 538-2000

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New England Association of Schools and Colleges

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