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Authoritarian Connection

The link between the Czars, Soviet Leaders, and Putin characterized by centralized power and control.

Creation of the Duma

The establishment of a legislative body in Russia to address political representation and reforms.

Reasons for Nicholas II's Loss of Power

Factors like social unrest, economic struggles, and military failures led to his downfall.

Chechen Conflict

A conflict in Chechnya handled by Putin through military intervention and political strategies.

Bolsheviks' Slogan

"Peace, Land, and Bread" was a key slogan of the Bolsheviks during the Russian Revolution.

Accomplishments of Alexander II

Reforms such as the emancipation of the serfs and judicial changes marked his reign.

De-Stalinization

The process initiated by Khrushchev to dismantle Stalin's cult of personality and policies.

Father of the Russian Revolution

Vladimir Lenin is often referred to as the "father" of the Russian Revolution.

Perestroika

Refers to restructuring and reform policies introduced by Mikhail Gorbachev in the Soviet Union.

Glasnost

Gorbachev's policy of openness allowing more freedom of speech and transparency in the Soviet Union.

Gulag

Soviet forced labor camps where political prisoners and dissidents were sent.

Pogroms

Violent attacks, often state-sponsored, against Jewish communities in Russia and Eastern Europe.

Purges of Stalin

Stalin's systematic elimination of perceived enemies within the Communist Party and society.

Collapse of the Soviet Union

Ethnic groups seeking independence and autonomy contributed to the dissolution of the USSR.

Khrushchev Thaw

Period of relative political openness and reform under Khrushchev's leadership.

Brezhnev Doctrine

Policy asserting the Soviet Union's right to intervene in socialist countries to maintain communism.

Cult of Personality

Exaggerated adulation of a leader, seen in Stalin, Brezhnev, and other Soviet leaders.

Working Class

Term Marx used for the proletariat, the laborers who do not own the means of production.

Soviet

Councils of workers and soldiers that played a role in the Russian Revolution and governance.

Czar's Religion

Most Russians under the Czars followed the Russian Orthodox Church.

Dissident

Individuals who opposed the Soviet regime, often facing persecution and imprisonment.

Consumer Goods in the USSR

Scarce and of poor quality due to the focus on heavy industry and military production.

Bloody Sunday

The violent suppression of a peaceful protest in 1905, fueling revolutionary sentiments.

Nationalization

The process of bringing private assets under state control, as seen in the energy sector in modern Russia.

Bolsheviks

Radical faction of the Russian Social Democratic Labour Party led by Lenin.

Rasputin's Role

Rasputin gained influence over the Czar's family due to his perceived healing abilities and mysticism.

Collapse of the Monarchy

Rasputin's influence and scandals contributed to the loss of trust in the Romanovs.

Dissidents under Stalin

Those who opposed Stalin's regime were often imprisoned, executed, or sent to labor camps.

Putin's Foreign/Domestic Policies

Putin's policies focus on nationalism, economic development, and assertive foreign relations.

Alexei Navalny

Russian opposition leader highlighting corruption and challenging Putin's rule.

Nationalism

Putin's emphasis on Russian identity, traditional values, and strengthening the state.

Crimea Annexation

Putin annexed Crimea from Ukraine, leading to international condemnation and sanctions.

Rise of Putin

Events like the Second Chechen War and economic stability helped Putin rise to power.

Life under Putin

Russians experience limited political freedoms, state-controlled media, and economic challenges.

Ukraine Conflict

The war in Ukraine stems from territorial disputes, ethnic tensions, and geopolitical interests.