History Daily: A Failed Coup in Moscow
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The Fall of the Soviet Union: Gorbachev's Resignation and Yeltsin's Rise
This chapter examines the consequences of the unsuccessful August coup of 1991, detailing the suspension of Communist Party operations and the independence declarations by Soviet republics. It highlights the shift in leadership from Gorbachev to Yeltsin, signifying a pivotal transition from the Soviet Union to the Russian Federation.
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