Country Studies US
Country Studies: Russia
A 29-page pdf file containing an enormous amount of information about Russia. Includes major cities, holidays, history, geography, climate, natural resources, population, religion, education, economy, government, budget, industry and...
Wikimedia
Wikipedia: History of Sochi
Learn about the history of this Russian city from its earliest origins through the Middle Ages and into the present day.
University College London
University College London: Internet Resources on Russia and the Cis
An outstanding site that gives a complete look at Russia. Links to information about the culture, society, history, language, government, elections, economics, and literature. Some sites are in Russian.
BBC
Bbc News: Timeline Russia
Important events in Russian history from the year 1237 to the year 2007 are presented in timeline form.
Country Studies US
Country Studies: Russia the Economy Historical Background
This economic history of the Soviet Union examines the eras of Lenin and Stalin and postwar policy under Khrushchev, Brezhnev, and the reform period of Gorbachev.
History of American Wars
History of American Wars: Cold War Timeline: 1945 1991
An extensive timeline examining the causes and events of the Cold War. It is preceded by several paragraphs discussing the shifting relations between the United States and Russia in the lead-up to the Cold War. The timeline begins in...
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Russian Peasants Kinship
Learn about the culture of Russian peasants. Explore topics such as their history, economy, past settlements, cultural values, religion, and sociopolitical organization.
Encyclopedia of Earth
Encyclopedia of Earth: Russian Federation
The Encyclopedia of Earth provides an overview of Russian Federation, including its geography, natural resources, history, government, economy, and much more. Maps and images are also included, along with sources used to create the entry.
The History Cat
The History Cat: The Russian Revolution of 1917
Summarizes the events that took place in 1917 as the Russian Revolution evolved into a civil war that lasted from 1918 to 1922.
Other
Sp Times: Russian Church Overview
This SPTimes site discusses the history of the development of the Russian Church from around 900 A.D. to the 16th and 17th centuries.
Wikimedia
Wikipedia: Economy of Russia
Provides a very thorough explanation of the Russian economy and its history from the 1990s. Discusses the currency, inflation rate, poverty level, exports, imports, public finances, historical background and economic reform in Russia.
Wikimedia
Wikipedia: Russian Language
A very comprehensive site about the Russian language. Includes information on countries where Russian is the primary language, the history of the language, different dialects, derived languages, the writing system, and the phonological...
Kansas Historical Society
From Far Away Russia: Russian Germans in Kansas
A history of the immigration of Russian-German people to Kansas.
Kansas Historical Society
From Far Away Russia: Russian Germans in Kansas
A history of the immigration of Russian-German people to Kansas.
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Russians
Learn about the culture of the Russian people. Explore topics such as their history, economy, past settlements, cultural values, religion, and sociopolitical organization.
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Russia
Provides an overview of the culture of Russia. Gives basic information on topics such as geography, ethnic makeup, languages, symbolism, economy, food, customs, social stratification, family life, education, religion, politics, etc....
The History Place
The History Place: The Defeat of Hitler: Attack on Russia
Discusses Hitler's plans to invade Russia, which were preceded by invasions of Yugoslavia and Greece, paving the way for Operation Barbarossa. Describes the events of the invasion, the unexpectedly strong resistance of the Russians, and...
AllRefer
All Refer Reference: Russia: Postwar Growth Period
This overview of Soviet economic policy after WWII looks at the command or planned economies and decisions of Stalin, Khrushchev, Brezhnev, and Gorbachev.
University of Washington
Russian and Soviet Science and Technology
A 1989 paper on the history of science and technology in Russia and the Soviet Union.
Other
Arctic Voice: Geographic Exploration in Northern Russia (18Th Through 20th C)
An interesting article about the exploration and mapping of the Russian Arctic and the men who were involved. The mapping process evolved over several centuries.
CRW Flags
Flags of the World: Russia
Information from Flags of the World about the flag of Russia; pictures, history, and more.
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Yakut
Learn about the culture of the Yakut people of Russia. Explore topics such as their history, economy, past settlements, cultural values, religion, and sociopolitical organization.
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Old Believers
Learn about the culture of the Old Believers of Russia. Explore topics such as their history, economy, past settlements, cultural values, religion, and sociopolitical organization.
Stephen Byrne
History for Kids: Ivan the Terrible
History for Kids article on Ivan the Terrible, Russian Czar in the 16th Century who is credited with expanding Russian territory to over one billion acres. Includes teacher resources.
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