Essays on Russia Page 3

Despite their different cultures and physical landscapes, the neighboring districts of the former Soviet Union can be categorized based on their relationship with Russia through centripetal and centrifugal forces. Dagestan exemplifies the former classification, while Chechnya represents the latter. The conflict in Chechnya originated during World War 2 when the Soviet Union government forcibly relocated…

Alexander II introduced a number of reforms that were quite revolutionary for that period of time. Many historians therefore believe that Alexander II deserves the title “Tsar Liberator.” Views of Alexander II do, however, differ to a great extent. When regarding Alexander II, Saunders says, “His enthusiasm for change lasted a mere four years. It…