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TRANSFORMATION IN RUSSIAN AND SOVIET MILITARY HISTORY: Proceedings of the Twelfth Military History Symposium USAF Academy 1986,Used
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Russian history and culture has long fascinated Westerners, but only in the twentieth century has Russia had an impact on people everywhere. Whyis this true? Why is the Soviet period of Russian history extraordinary in Russia's millenniumlong existence? Several reasons come to mind. In thetwentieth century Russia has served as a dramatic example of the challenges encountered by all late modernizing societies. For a time, the Soviet Unionseemed to incorporate the dreams of both Marxism and nationalism. It offered an unprecedented developmental path to modernization while maintaining both political and economic independence. Many Soviet citizens andsome foreign observers correspondingly escalated their view and understanding of Russia's historical experience to universal levels, seeing the Soviet Union as embodying the sufferings and humanitarian aspirations of people everywhere, in all cultures and in all places.Within this broad context, other factors have also made the Soviet period of Russian history extraordinary. Among them is the special concern of this bookRussian experience with modem war. War is arguably the central fact of modem Russian history. Encounters with modem warfare have certainly transformed Russia in the twentieth century. In particular the Soviet period of Russian history has been uniquely shaped, possibly distorted, by the devastating results of global war. One outcome has been that Russia's influence has been extended globally, even into space itself.To date, however, the centrality of war in the Russian historical experience has not been well integrated into the general understanding of Russian history in the West. Several factors have contributed to this, not the least of which has been the emotionalism engendered by the extravagant mutual hostility of Communists and antiCommunists. Unrealistic optimism concerning the impending demise of capitalism on the one hand, or of socialism on the other, colored interpretations and obscured evidence. Only occasionally were partisans on both sides forced to accommodate themselves to the stubbornness of historical data.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'Transformation in Russian and Soviet Military History'? A: The book examines the significant impact of war on Russian history, particularly during the Soviet period, and how these experiences have shaped Russia's global influence.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by the Office of Air Force History.
- Q: When was 'Transformation in Russian and Soviet Military History' published? A: The book was published on March 2, 2015.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book contains a total of 428 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Is this book new or used? A: The item condition is new.
- Q: What category does this book belong to? A: The book is categorized under 'Life & Institutions'.
- Q: What themes are explored in the book regarding Russian history? A: The book explores themes such as modernization, the challenges of war, and the unique experiences of Soviet citizens during the twentieth century.
- Q: Does the book address the emotional aspects of Russian history? A: Yes, the book discusses the emotionalism surrounding the historical narratives shaped by the conflicts between Communists and anti-Communists.
- Q: What insights does the book provide regarding Russia's influence in global contexts? A: The book highlights how Russia's experiences in modern warfare and its historical journey have extended its influence globally, including in the realm of space exploration.