Russian women played an extremely important role during WWII. Most women worked in domestic industries such as transport, agriculture, and other civilian roles. They often worked double shifts in order to free up enlisted men to fight and increase military…
Month: October 2015
The Triumphant ’30s: Timoshenko’s Sportsman’s March
“Sportsman’s March” was the theme song for the popular 1936 Russian film Goalkeeper. The film stars an individualistic young athlete who is determined to achieve personal success. However, the protagonist eventually learns the value of teamwork and unity, so he…
Revolutionizing the Soviet Economy: Iron
The first Five-Year Plan facilitated a dramatic change in the Soviet economy through the collectivization of agricultre in orde to enhance the country’s industrial capabilities. From the period of 1928-1940, the number of Soviet workers in industrial occupations grew from…