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Russian History: from Lenin to Putin

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About Russian History: from Lenin to Putin

In this course, Peter Kenez, Professor Emeritus at UC Santa Cruz, explains the events of modern Russian history and introduces its most significant actors—from Vladimir Lenin to Vladimir Putin.

What You Will Learn?

  • Explain the origins and development of the Russian state and people.Apply theories of politics and society to Russian History.Evaluate the impact of a series of Soviet and Russian leaders on the word..