Citations with the tag: RUSSIA (Federation) -- History
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- Author Index to Russian Studies in History.
// Russian Studies in History; Spring2011, Vol. 49 Issue 4, p94An author index for the Summer 2010-Spring 2011 issues of the journal "Russian Studies in History" is presented.
- The Russian Revolution.
Kossman, Nina // Cricket; Apr96, Vol. 23 Issue 8, p52Discusses Russian history. Outcome of the 1917 Russian Revolution; Formation of the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics in 1922; Post World War II Russia.
- Russian and Chechen negotiators resumed peace talks.
Hanson, Cynthia; McLaughlin, Abraham // Christian Science Monitor; 7/25/95, Vol. 87 Issue 167, p2Presents newsbriefs from Russia. Resumption of peace talks between Russia and Chechnya in Chechnya on July 24, 1995; Discharge of the Russian President Boris N. Yeltsin from hospital; Deteriorating condition of former Soviet Union nuclear reactors.
- Insurance Industry Coming of Age.
Mariska, Mark D. // National Underwriter / Property & Casualty Risk & Benefits Manag; 01/22/2001, Vol. 105 Issue 4, p13Focuses on the changes in Russia after glasnost and perestroika and its effects on the insurance industry. Decline of communism in 1991; How it led to an open economy; Growth of the insurance industry: Forecasted business trends.
- The (Re) emergence of regional economic integration in the former Soviet Union.
Metcalf, Lee Kendall // Political Research Quarterly; Sep97, Vol. 50 Issue 3, p529Examines the consequences of the collapse of the Soviet market at the end of 1991. Discussion on the economic and political costs and benefits of reintegration; Methodology used in the examination; Conclusions reached.
- Russian culture in the modern world.
Likhachev, D.S.; Brown, Deming; al, et // Russian Social Science Review; Jan/Feb93, Vol. 34 Issue 1, p70Discusses the nature of Russian culture in the modern world. Its history and myths; How the creator of the myth of Russia's history was Peter the Great; The firm conviction in the West and the East that Russia has had no experience of parliamentarism; The Tartar-Mongol yoke; The European nature...
- The rise and fall of Russian utopias.
Sogrin, Vladimir; Yanowitch, Murray // Russian Social Science Review; Mar/Apr97, Vol. 38 Issue 2, p9Comments on changes in the history of Russia, as it relates to the periods of utopia. Effects of politicians promises to implement reforms; Information on Russian transformation; Variances of Russian state of affairs: Differences between populism, and utopianism.
- Is Russia Destined for a European Future?
Kantor, Vladimir // Russian Social Science Review; Mar/Apr2000, Vol. 41 Issue 2, p29Explores the possible destiny of Russia. Cultural tradition of relations between Russia and Western Europe; Integration of Russia into Western European culture; Discussion on the history of Russia; How can Russia be integrated into the Western European community.
- Story updates.
Kantor, Vladimir // Russian Life; Dec98/Jan99, Vol. 42 Issue 1, p8Highlights several developments in Russia as of December 1998. Includes Alexander Avdonin-led archeological expedition team's claim to have found the remains of Tsarevich Alexei and Princess Mariya; Latvian voters' approval of amendments to the country's citizenship law; Effects of the 1997 law...
- Russia spanning two continents.
Kantor, Vladimir // Junior Scholastic; 4/12/96, Vol. 98 Issue 16, p7Presents questions on facts to know about Russia. Information on 14 countries who broke away from the former Soviet Union to be now part of the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS); Statistical information on country's population; Description of Russia's economy; More. INSET: Facts to know..
- World: Life Inside Russia.
Kantor, Vladimir // Junior Scholastic (Teacher's Edition); 3/14/2003, Vol. 105 Issue 14, pT-3Provides guidance to teachers regarding an article on Russian life and history published in the March 14, 2003 issue of teenager magazine 'Junior Scholastic.' Objectives of the article; Background information on the history of Russia; Activity for students to enhance their understanding of life...
- Will Russia be crushed by its history?
Zlobin, Nikolai V. // World Affairs; Fall96, Vol. 159 Issue 2, p72Focuses on Russia's history as the source of problems in the 1990s. Mentality of the Russians as a major barrier to reform; Importance of the empire to Russians; Russia as a historical superpower prior to the appearance of the Socialist government; Importance of a strong state structure of...
- Amateur Astronomy in Russia: Past, Present, and Future.
Maslikov, Sergey // Sky & Telescope; Sep2001, Vol. 102 Issue 3, p66Discusses the history of amateur astronomy in Russia. Top Russian accomplishments; Astronomy organizations established; Impact of the Bolshevik Revolution of 1917; Description of the first Russian-made astronomical optic. INSET: 'Gavarite pa russkii?' (Do you speak Russian?).
- Cross-cultural peculiarities of the Russian entrepreneur:...
Snavely, William B.; Miassoedov, Serguei; McNeilly, Kevin // Business Horizons; Mar/Apr98, Vol. 41 Issue 2, p8Focuses on the transition of the former Soviet Union to Russia Federation. Details on the aspect of the transition; Obstacles in achieving success of most Russian entrepreneurs and business people; Practical suggestions for Western business people in doing business with the Russians.
- Wanted: A new language.
Kopossov, Nikolai // UNESCO Courier; May94, Vol. 47 Issue 5, p12Asserts that the rewriting of history has not been undertaken in Russia. The traditional idealization of Stalin's rule; Why Lenin's image has been gradually tarnished; Strife between communists and nationalists; Renewed interest in the Orthodox church and its history; Additional information.
- 1993.
Kopossov, Nikolai // Russian Life; Nov/Dec2003, Vol. 46 Issue 6, p19Recalls that on New Year's Eve 1993, all Russian and Soviet bills issued between 1961 and 1992 and from 1-10 rubles in denomination were taken out of circulation.
- TO THE READER.
Gerasimov, I.; Glebov, S.; Kaplunovski, A.; Mogilner, M.; Semeyonov, A. // Ab Imperio; 2001, Issue 1/2, p7This article introduces a double issue of "Ab Imperio" devoted to "Imperial Mythologies." Contributions include materials ranging from the Kievan Rus' era to recent-day Russian and Soviet history.
- Between East and West: Hegel and the Origins of the Russian Dilemma.
Siljak, Ana // Journal of the History of Ideas; Apr2001, Vol. 62 Issue 2, p335Focuses on the Hegelian origins of the East-West debate on communism in Russia. Disappearance on the misunderstanding of Russia's division between East and West from Hegelian philosophy; Contention of communism's origin in the East by Nicolas Berdiaev; Declaration of West Russia as location for...
- Editor's Introduction.
Bykova, Marina F. // Russian Studies in Philosophy; Summer2008, Vol. 47 Issue 1, p4The article discusses various reports published within the issue, including one on the concise yet argumentative discussion of the history of the Eurasianist movement by V. G. Makarov and another on the understanding of the emergence of neo-Eurasianism, as presented in the article by V. S. Krzhenov.
- Guest Editor's Introduction.
Zakharova, Larisa G. // Russian Studies in History; Spring2001, Vol. 39 Issue 4, p4Introduces the articles published in the March 2001 issue of the periodical 'Russian Studies in History.' Interaction between the state and the Orthodox Church in the late 19th-century; Government policy toward non-Orthodox faith; Overview of the political history; Autocratic and bureaucratic...
- Editor's Note.
Bradley, Joseph // Russian Studies in History; Fall2002, Vol. 41 Issue 2, p3Editorial. Comments on key trends and developments relevant to the nationhood and historical destiny of Russia in the twentieth century. Key issues of interest; Analysis of pertinent topics and relevant issues; Implications on studies in Russian history.
- The Caucasus and Russian Culture.
Bondarevskii, G.L.; Kolbaia, G.N. // Russian Studies in History; Fall2002, Vol. 41 Issue 2, p10Discusses the impact of interaction with the peoples of the North Caucasus and Transcaucasia on the culture of Russia. Key issues of interest; Analysis of pertinent topics and relevant issues; Implications on studies in Russian history.
- Russia and Chechnya.
Bondarevskii, G.L.; Kolbaia, G.N. // Russian Studies in History; Fall2002, Vol. 41 Issue 2, p77Discusses key issues concerning the relationship between Russia and Chechnya. Key issues of interest; Analysis of pertinent topics and relevant issues; Implications on studies in Russian history.
- Interrogating the Past in Modern Russia.
Corney, Frederick C. // Russian Studies in History; Summer2010, Vol. 49 Issue 1, p3The growing field of memory studies has helped reveal the complex processes by which modern states, and particularly those in crisis, have sought to rebuild their foundations. Since the formal end of the USSR in 1991, Russia and its former constituent parts have been confronted by the dilemma of...
- RUSSIAN CALENDAR.
Corney, Frederick C. // Russian Life; Jul/Aug2001, Vol. 44 Issue 4, p16Highlights historical events concerning the arts that occurred in Russia in the months of July and August. Inclusion of the birth of poet Vladimir Lugovskoy in 1901; Birthday of ballerina Natalia Bessmertnova; Centenary of architect Dmitry Tchechulin; Birth of actor and director Mikhail Chekhov.
- Split personality.
Corney, Frederick C. // Canada & the World Backgrounder; Oct97, Vol. 63 Issue 2, p23Discusses Russian history and foreign relations, as of November 1997. The country's diplomatic efforts in Asia; Its past relations with European nations; Comments of experts. INSETS: Cast adrift.;Black gold.;Back to the USSR..
- A Flying Visit.
O'Sullivan, John // National Review; 10/21/1991, Vol. 43 Issue 19, p4Offers a report on the editor's recent visit to Moscow. Accommodation at the Slavyanskaya Hotel, an Anerican style hotel; Guest of the National Republican Institute for International Affairs; Presentation of the Liberty Prize to the deputy Mayor of Moscow; Lack of a pricing system.
- The Russian Orthodox Church and the Future of Russia.
Davis, Derek H. // Journal of Church & State; Autumn2002, Vol. 44 Issue 4, p657Considers the role of the Russian Orthodox Church in Russia. Orthodoxy's history in Russia; Strategy of Patriarch Aleksii for maximizing the influence and importance of the Orthodox Church in the new Russia.
- Peasant morality and pre-marital relations in late 19th century Russia.
Engel, Barbara Alpern // Journal of Social History; Summer90, Vol. 23 Issue 4, p695Focuses on peasant morality and pre-marital relations in late 19th century Russia. Patriarchal context; Household formation; Sexual expression and sexual control; Economic aspects; Erosion of traditional authority.
- Four days in October.
Graffy, Julian // Sight & Sound; Nov93, Vol. 3 Issue 11, p16Discusses British television coverage of the civil war in Moscow, Russia. Triumph of flawless editing; History encapsulated almost as it happened; Images played out across television scenes; Difference of the October 1993 and August 1991 upheavals.
- CAVIAR 101.
Mendes, Joshua // Fortune; 4/5/1993, Vol. 127 Issue 7, p128Reports on the class on Russian history being taught by New York University President L. Jay Oliva to business big shots including Laurence Tisch of CBS, Joseph Perella of Wasserstein Perella and others. Reasons the class is offered; How many of the executives are exploring business...
- From Zlatniki to Rubles.
Gluschenko, Nick // World Trade; Dec2001, Vol. 14 Issue 12, p42Deals with the significant events and milestones that have influenced the development of Russia and its history including its trade and marketplace. Sporadic flow of dirhams to the country; Entry of western European silver into the lands of western Russia; Introduction of the ruble payment...
- A Flying Visit.
O'Sullivan, John // National Review; 10/21/1991, Vol. 43 Issue 19, p4Offers a report on the editor's recent visit to Moscow. Accommodation at the Slavyanskaya Hotel, an Anerican style hotel; Guest of the National Republican Institute for International Affairs; Presentation of the Liberty Prize to the deputy Mayor of Moscow; Lack of a pricing system.
- Author Index to Russian Studies in History.
O'Sullivan, John // Russian Studies in History; Spring2012, Vol. 50 Issue 4, p92An author index for the Summer 2011-Spring 2012 issues of the journal "Russian Studies in History" is presented.
- Editor's Note.
Bradley, Joseph // Russian Studies in History; Spring2002, Vol. 40 Issue 4, p3Introduces a series of articles about Russian studies in history. Scholar Mikhail Markovich Krom's work on histiography; Muscovite concepts and practices of honor; Practice of criminal law.
- Historical background.
Bradley, Joseph // Russia Economic Studies; 2000, p184Offers a glimpse at the history of Russia that can be used as a means for executives to appreciate its role in shaping the area's current potential for strategic investments. Social development of the country; Key historical events; How the government structure evolved; Key events in the...
- Was the October revolution socialist?
Burganov, A.Kh. // Russian Social Science Review; May/Jun95, Vol. 36 Issue 3, p78Analyzes the October 1917 Revolution in Russia. Extent to which the proletariat is capable of exercising the dictatorship which Marxism intends for it; Inseparability of democracy and socialism; Socialism in Russia; Reason that scientific communism began to suffer defeat.
- Certain Aspects of the "Historiographical Crisis," or the "Unpredictability of the Past".
Pikhola, R.G.; Brandenberger, David // Russian Social Science Review; Mar/Apr2002, Vol. 43 Issue 2, p4Examines the existence of historiographical crisis in the Soviet society. Impact of revolutionary events and political tendencies on the histography; Influence of national history in training patriots; Evidence showing crisis in historical literature.
- The Phenomenon of Soviet Historiography.
Afanas'ev, Iu.N.; Brandenberger, David // Russian Social Science Review; Mar/Apr2002, Vol. 43 Issue 2, p26Focuses on issues concerning the phenomenon of Soviet historiography in Russia. Impact of the Cult of Personality on historical discipline; Relationship between ruling authority and academic institutions; Effects of the Stalinist interpretation of Marxism-Leninism on the quality of research.
- Beware of the third October!
Ivanov, Mikhail // Russian Life; Nov97, Vol. 40 Issue 11, p44States that the month of October is considered as the month of `revolution' in Russia because of political occurrences in the past. Reference to president Boris Yeltsin's warning to parliament in a radio address on October 3; Information on what occured four years before on that date; Mention...
- 1998 the year of superlatives.
Ivanov, Mikhail // Russian Life; Dec98/Jan99, Vol. 42 Issue 1, p12Offers a pictorial interpretation of the highlights of life in Russia in 1998. Includes President Boris Yeltsin's appointment of former Prime Minister Viktor Chernomyrdin to replace Sergei Kirienko; Banking sector crisis; Appointment of first-ever female Vice Premier Yevgeny Primakov; Opening...
- A sign of better times? Advertising spending climbs.
Ivanov, Mikhail // Russian Life; Mar/Apr2001, Vol. 44 Issue 2, p6Reports on developments in Russia, as of March 2001. Trend in advertising in Russia in 2000; Primorye Region Governor Yevgeny Nazdratenko's resignation in February. INSET: FACTS & FAGIURES..
- The Tver Uprising.
Ivanov, Mikhail // Russian Life; Nov/Dec2007, Vol. 50 Issue 6, p25The article focuses on the Tver uprising of 1327 in Russia. The rebellion against the Mongol Horde which took place in Tver in 1327 is one of the landmark events of the country's history. It mentions that before the Mongol invasion, neither Tver nor Moscow was particularly prominent. During the...
- The double responsibility of the historian.
Gurevich, Aaron I. // Diogenes; 1994, Vol. 42 Issue 4, p65Focuses on the social roles of historians in Russia. Challenges posed by the socio-psychological background that dominated Russian history; Involvement of historians in the creation of democratic society capable of participating in global civilization; Socio-economic formation; Description of...
- Country Overview.
Gurevich, Aaron I. // Russia Country Review; 2011, preceding p1The article provides a brief history of Russia, the largest country in terms of surface area and being endowed with largest natural gas reserves in 2011.
- Russia.
Weir, Fred // Junior Scholastic; 01/17/2000, Vol. 102 Issue 11, p14Focuses on the changes in Russia (Federation) following the collapse of the Communist rule in 1991. INSET: Timeline Russia.
- HISTORY.
Weir, Fred // Background Notes on Countries of the World: Russia; Feb2005, p4Presents information on the historical background of Russia. Culture that predominated in the country; Rulers of Russia; Formation of the Russian Federation.
- Russia's Geography and Climate.
Etty, John // History Review; Sep2007, Issue 58, p48The article examines how far Russian history has been molded by environment. According to the, writers of textbooks on Russian history believe the country's physical environment is either so significant or so widely misunderstood that students must receive an explicit description. Russification...
- Den stundande uppgorelsen med Ryssland forflutna.
Jonsson, Lena // Historisk Tidskrift; 2011, Vol. 131 Issue 1, p89This debate article is a response by Lena Jonsson to an article by Lennart Samuelsson included in the last issue of "Historisk Tidskrift." In his article, Samuelsson comments on an earlier article by Jonsson on the books used for history education in Russian schools. Unlike Samuelsson, Jonsson...
- Russia and the Competition for the Redivision of Polar Spaces.
Fenenko, Aleksei // Russian Politics & Law; Mar/Apr2012, Vol. 50 Issue 2, p7The author surveys the history of international relations and Russian/Soviet foreign policy in the Arctic and Antarctic regions and assesses future prospects. He argues that the potential for conflict in both regions is likely to increase.
