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Did Stalin Succeed In Setting up A Totalitarian State? Overall, Stalin did not create a totalitarian state, the very definition of which suggests the state’s complete control and authority over every aspect of society; the economy, politics, religion and culture; as, despite all of the action Stalin took to gain this, he was constantly facing…

The general theory of political relations and administration that the Founder of Modern Political Science. Niccolo Machiavelli presented espouses the attainment of successful administration and political leading by whatever means it takes. His monumental book “The Prince” hence depicted that swayers and leaders must achieve control and power by any agencies necessary. And to this…

Lenin, the leader of Russia, died from ill health in 1924 without choosing a successor. But how did Stalin, one of the least likely people to take over, become the leader of the USSR? His role as General Secretary was used to great advantage by Stalin. It allowed him to see all important documents flowing…

One can compare Stalin and Trotsky, as well as Piggy and Jack, in an essay or research paper. The leaders of the U.S.S.R are likened to the characters in Lord of the Flies. The events in Lord of the Flies can be seen as a reflection of the power struggle that occurred in the U.S.S.R….

By 1945 agriculture was must worse than it had been before even in comparison to industry. Many years before the war it was in a poor condition in relation to industry. Agriculture had collectivised in the late 20’s and early 30’s. Through collectivisation it had disrupted the agricultural production, which by the late 30’s returned…

Vladimir Ilyich Lenin, a strong supporter and advocate of the Marxist theory of government, was elected as head of the Soviet government from 1917 to 1922 after the overthrow of the last czar.  He left public service because of his worsening health conditions.  Knowing that his poor condition might turn for the worse but loathe…

What Is Industrialisation? Industrialisation is a process of social and economic change where a human society is transformed from pre-industrial to industrial. This social and economic change is closely entwined with technological improvement, particularly the development of large-scale energy production. What were Stalin’s industrial policies? The GOSPLAN was an organisation that was set up to…

How accurate is it to describe soviet social policy in the 1930s as a ‘Great Retreat’? Stalin’s early promises compromised of socialism and a life free from exploitation in regards to his social policies. However, he soon realised his error and reverted to a more conservative form of rule, whereby the interest of the state…

Russia and the United States grew to become the main superpowers in the arena of international relations during a specific time in history. The emergence of these two countries as superpowers can be traced back to World War II. In order to be a superpower, a nation needs to have a strong economy, an overpowering…

History has shown that strong persons and radical thoughts can hold a major impact on a state. Leaderships are frequently driven by what they perceive as a desire to make a more perfect state. Frequently their self-importances and methods sway them from the realisation of the ideals they set out to accomplish. Every state has…