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A Failed Coup in Moscow

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The Rise of Democratic Movements and a Coup Plot in Moscow

This chapter explores the political upheaval and reform movements in the Soviet Union during Gorbachev's leadership, emphasizing the rise of anti-communist sentiments and democratic aspirations in Eastern Europe. It culminates in a secret meeting of Communist Party hardliners plotting a coup in a desperate attempt to maintain their authority amidst the sweeping changes.

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