History of the Modern World, 10th Edition (Palmer)
Chapter 26:
The International Revold Against Soviet Communism
Learning Objectives
Chapter 26 teaches students about:
The origins of the crisis in the U.S.S.R and the impact of Gorbachev’s reforms in the Soviet Union.
The causes underlying the collapse of communism in eastern Europe and the largely peaceful transitions to pluralist political systems in most countries.
The coup against Gorbachev, the dissolution of the U.S.S.R., and Yeltsin’s role in those events.
The challenges facing Yeltsin and his successor, Putin, upon the founding of the Russian Federation.
The violent transition in the Balkans, which led to ethnic cleansing, civil war, and ultimately the intervention of the international community.
Changes in western Europe as the Cold War ended, which included the reunification of Germany.
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