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Communism: everything you wanted to know

History Extra podcast

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Bolshevism and Global Communism

This chapter examines the ideological foundations of Bolshevism, particularly how Leninism diverges from earlier communism while addressing the dynamics within the Russian revolutionary movement. It explores the historical context and impact of the Comintern, anti-communism, and Stalinism on global politics, revealing the complexities of communist movements and their opposition. The chapter also highlights the intersections of feminism and communism, as well as the significant changes brought about by Gorbachev, culminating in the USSR's collapse and its repercussions for global communism.

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