History 2024, December

Definitively unemployment in the USSR disappeared in 1930. People in the pursuit of a better life and the dream of communism begin to work tirelessly. The leaders of production have the greatest honor. Who are they? This is the working class. Workers who, according to some indicators, overtake their colleagues. Last modified: 2023-12-17 05:12

The magnificent list of the seven wonders of the world was compiled 2000 years ago by a Greek scribe. He believed that they could not be destroyed. The modern world still fascinates this magical list. The Colossus of Rhodes occupies an honorable place in it. The people of the island erected this statue in gratitude to the god Helios for his intercession during the year-long siege of the city by forty thousand troops. Last modified: 2023-12-17 05:12

India is one of the largest countries in the world with a distinctive culture and interesting history. In particular, to this day, researchers are interested in the question of how the son of Emir Fergana Babur, left without a father at the age of 12, not only did not become a victim of political intrigues and died, but also penetrated into India and created one of the greatest empires in Asia. Last modified: 2023-12-17 05:12

Russians can rightfully claim that they live in the largest country in the world. The area of Russia at the beginning of 2014 was about 17,125 thousand square kilometers, which is twice that of Canada, which ranks second. And such a large territory of our state was formed gradually, over many centuries. It all started with a chain of small settlements along the trade route from Scandinavia to Constantinople (“from the Varangians to the Greeks”). Last modified: 2023-12-17 05:12

The 14th century is a time of significant transformations in the life of the Russian principalities. During this historical period, the power of the Golden Horde was finally established over the northeastern territories of the Russian lands. Gradually, among the small specific principalities, a struggle for primacy and the creation of a new centralized state around their patrimony flared up. Last modified: 2023-12-17 05:12

Innocent III is considered one of the greatest heads of the Catholic Church in the entire Middle Ages. Under him, the institution of the papacy was at the pinnacle of its religious and political power. Last modified: 2023-12-17 05:12

When did concentration camps appear in Russia? Who first coined the expression "Russia in a concentration camp"? Brief biography of Ivan Solonevich. When and under what circumstances did he write the book "Russia in a concentration camp"? Which countries had concentration camps?. Last modified: 2023-12-17 05:12

339 Rifle division played a significant role in the victory over Nazi Germany. This unit was one of the most combat-ready on the Crimean and other fronts. The soldiers took part in many decisive battles of the Great Patriotic War. Last modified: 2023-12-17 05:12

The formation of Soviet statehood began with the Second Congress. It was called at a turning point. Petrograd was then already in the hands of the insurgent peasants and workers. At the same time, the Winter Palace, in which the Provisional Government met, remained uncaptured. Last modified: 2024-01-18 03:01

An epoch is a unit by which the historical process is periodized. The term is also interpreted as a specific qualitative period of human development. Last modified: 2023-12-17 05:12

Remember the children's riddle about the pear that you can't eat? So this is about her, about an ordinary incandescent lamp, which is often called in honor of V. I. Lenin. Last modified: 2023-12-17 05:12

The article tells about a very remarkable event in the national history of the 20th century - the 17th Congress of the All-Union Communist Party (Bolsheviks), held in 1934 and popularly called the "Congress of the Executed Victors". A brief overview of its main features is given. Last modified: 2023-12-17 05:12

The period of Stalinist socialism accounted for almost thirty years of national history. These were the years of fundamental changes in society and the state, which finally took totalitarian forms. Last modified: 2023-12-17 05:12

Flipping through the old issues of Soviet periodicals, you can come across the phrase "Great Pilot". This article will help you find out what it means. Last modified: 2023-12-17 05:12

Marshal Konev: the battle path of the legendary general. Biography, description of the family and personal life of Marshal of Victory. Last modified: 2023-12-17 05:12

The Soviet state was the actual predecessor of the modern Russian Federation. It existed from 1922 to 1991. During this period, it occupied a significant area of Eastern Europe, parts of Eastern, Central and Northern Asia. It is worth noting that the country has gone through many upheavals, increasing the national we alth by more than 50 times. Last modified: 2023-12-17 05:12

The ideology of the system ruling in the country denied the possibility of holding any popular elections or voting. The change of the top leaders of the state was carried out by the ruling elite itself after the death of its predecessor or as a result of coups accompanied by serious inner-party struggle. Last modified: 2023-12-17 05:12

The collapse of the Soviet Union was accompanied by processes of systemic disintegration in the national economic complex, social structure, political and public spheres of the country. When the USSR collapsed, 15 republics gained independence. Last modified: 2023-12-17 05:12

Georgy Malenkov - Soviet statesman, one of Stalin's close associates. He was called "the direct heir to the leader", however, after the death of Stalin, he did not head the government, and a few years later he fell into disgrace. Last modified: 2023-12-17 05:12

It is rather difficult to figure out who a Volga German is. Some experts consider this ethnic group to be part of the German nation, others consider it to be an original nationality that was formed on the territory of Russia. So who are the Volga Germans? The history of this nation will help us understand its ethnogenesis. Last modified: 2023-12-17 05:12

World War II is the bloodiest massacre in modern history. It claimed millions of lives, was marked by incredible cruelty and global destruction. 62 countries were involved in it! Soviet soldiers brought victory in this cruel war to the whole world. The results of the Great Patriotic War for the USSR and other states are set out in the article. Last modified: 2023-12-17 05:12

Nikita Sergeevich Khrushchev remains one of the most mysterious and controversial personalities in Russian history. It was under him that the so-called “thaw” took place in relations with the capitalist world, but at the same time, the world was hanging by a thread from a nuclear war. He came to power in favor of Stalin, but after the death of the latter he poured mud from head to toe, reading a report on the cult of personality and its consequences. Last modified: 2023-12-17 05:12

The introduction of economic councils was the result of the reform of the economy. The introduction took place twice, but it was not finally strengthened. It is worth understanding the reasons for the appearance of this body, in its pros and cons. Last modified: 2023-12-17 05:12

Marshal Fedorenko is one of the outstanding commanders of the Red Army during the Great Patriotic War. Last modified: 2023-12-17 05:12

The upcoming landing on the northern European coast was named "Suzeren" ("Overlord"). The operation was divided into several stages, which also have their own code designations. It began on D-day with Neptune, and ended with Cobra, which involves moving deep into the mainland. Last modified: 2023-12-17 05:12

The Soviet Union during the Second World War put forward a program aimed at combating fascism. It rallied the progressive forces of the whole world around the USSR. Last modified: 2023-12-17 05:12

The article tells about the states of antiquity, many of which, having survived the centuries, continue their development in the modern world. A brief outline of the history of their emergence and further historical path is given. Last modified: 2023-12-17 05:12

It's interesting. If you ask a search engine about the coat of arms of Liverpool, then almost all the results will refer to the symbol of the famous football club. But the city has its own official symbol. It is different from the FC sign. Unites their common element. Last modified: 2023-12-17 05:12

The discovery of the New World gave the world not only corn, sunflower, tobacco, but also introduced unknown civilizations. The conquistadors met with representatives of some of them in person, and some of them were left with only megalithic monuments. Such evidence of a once flourishing civilization are the Inca pyramids. Last modified: 2023-12-17 05:12

Mirror armor, which will be discussed below, was used by many peoples from the 10th to the 17th century. In Persian culture, this type of warrior's protection was called chahar-aina, which literally translates as 'four mirrors'. The Chinese called it pinyin - 'mirror that protects the heart'. This indicates some external properties and structural features of this armor. Last modified: 2023-12-17 05:12

Forty-two-meter "Alyosha", sternly looking at the bay near the coast of the Barents Sea, snow in June and polar lights - this is all Murmansk. It is rightly called the largest city beyond the Arctic Circle. Among his titles is the title of Hero City. The port is not deprived of a peculiar attraction. In addition, many tourists note the special flavor, friendliness of local residents. Last modified: 2023-12-17 05:12

Some statesmen will always be remembered. One of these odious figures was Arakcheev. A brief biography will not reveal all the facets of this reformer and close associate of Alexander the First, but will allow you to get acquainted with the main areas of activity of the talented Minister of War. Usually his surname is associated with drill. He really liked order. Last modified: 2023-12-17 05:12

The young Corsican once hated the French because they defeated the Republic of Genoa. He, like his entourage, considered them enslavers. Having become the ruler, he himself began to seize more and more new lands. The invincible movement of his troops was able to stop Russia with its impassability and frost. How did Napoleon come to power?. Last modified: 2023-12-17 05:12

New Zealand's history is considered by most to be short. According to scientists, only some seven hundred years. The pioneer of New Zealand for civilized Europe is the Dutchman Abel Tasman. He was the first to set foot on the coast of New Zealand. The first to reach the shores of the islands, but also traveled around them and mapped them, was none other than Captain Cook. Last modified: 2023-12-17 05:12

24 June is Scottish Independence Day. It all started in the 14th century, namely in 1314. Then there was the Battle of Bannockburn. In it, the troops of Robert the Bruce defeated the forces of Edward II. Last modified: 2023-12-17 05:12

The exact number of victims of the serial killer Henry Lee Lucas no one can name. His involvement in eleven murders was fully proven. The offender himself named a much larger number of victims. It is interesting for researchers of the psychology of serial killers to study each individual case and find similarities and patterns in it with other atrocities. Last modified: 2023-12-17 05:12

Esaul is a rank in the Cossack army. At first, the assistant commander was called that, later the Yesaul was equated with a captain or captain. What does this word mean?. Last modified: 2023-12-17 05:12

The most important and interesting stage in the history of Russia was the period from 1725 to 1762. During this time, six monarchs have changed, each of which was backed by certain political forces. Last modified: 2024-01-18 03:01

After the invention of the first aircraft and structures, they began to be used for military purposes. This is how military aviation appeared, becoming the main part of the armed forces of all countries of the world. This article describes the most popular and effective Soviet aircraft, which made their special contribution to the victory over the Nazi invaders. Last modified: 2023-12-17 05:12

Besides aesthetic and artistic value, the painting of primitive artists is an important material for the study of the animal world of that period. The rock drawing of an ancient man reflected the reality that surrounded him. Last modified: 2023-12-17 05:12