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A Failed Coup in Moscow

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The August Coup: Moscow's Turning Point

This chapter recounts the dramatic failed coup in Moscow during August 1991, exploring the political turmoil and the confrontations between military forces and citizens. It highlights Boris Yeltsin's role in rallying popular resistance, ultimately leading to significant shifts in power and the decline of the Soviet Union.

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