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Russian and Soviet history and culture is chalk-full of incredible, devastating, and beautiful events that will make you constantly want to learn more. Get an idea of the historical landscape with these posts below to give you a cultural insight into the Russian mentality.

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Soviet-era monument to the Red Latvian Riflemen in Riga

The History of Latvia under the Soviet Union

In winter 2022, I was fortunate enough to travel the Baltic countries and get a deep dive into their histories. After writing about The History Of The Baltics Pre-USSR: Estonia, Latvia And Lithuania, it only seems natural to continue the series with the history of Latvia under the Soviet Union. This article will detail Latvia’s […]

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