Soviet Union

An Overview of the Cold War (1945-1991)

The Cold War (1945-1991) dominated international relations within a framework of political, economic, and military tension between the United States…

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Olympic Games Track & Field History: Women’s 800 Meter-Final, 1928-2012

The 800 meters is one of the first five (5) women's events added to the Olympic track and field program…

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China and the USSR: A Tale of Two Commies

The path toward the breakdown of the USSR really began under the leadership of Leonid Brezhnev. After the Czechoslovakian leader…

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Olympic Games Track & Field History: Women’s Long Jump Final, 1948-2008

  The long jump became part of the women's Olympic track and field program in 1948. Athletes representing Brazil, Federal…

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Olympic Games Track & Field History: Men’s 50 Kilometer-Walk, 1932-2012

  The 50 kilometer-walk became part of the men's Olympic track and field program in 1932. Athletes representing the Commonwealth…

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