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The Collapse of the Soviet Empire – Epi-3579
The Survival Podcast
Collapse of the Soviet Empire: Factors and Movements
This chapter explores the key elements contributing to the downfall of the Soviet Empire, focusing on economic struggles, military challenges, and leadership dynamics during the 1980s. It also highlights the role of dissident movements in Czechoslovakia and Poland, alongside the influence of Pope John Paul II, in fostering anti-communist sentiments. The narrative examines Gorbachev's reform efforts and the contrasting American perceptions of the Soviet Union, ultimately linking these aspects to the empire's decline.
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