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Ep 123: Sergey Radchenko on Soviet Motivations in the Cold War

School of War

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Soviet Ambitions and the Quest for Global Recognition During the Cold War

This chapter explores the motivations driving Soviet decision-making during the Cold War, emphasizing ambition and the quest for global recognition over ideology and security. Utilizing newly declassified documents, it reveals how Soviet leaders sought legitimacy and self-actualization, drawing parallels with China's motivations on the world stage.

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