Conflicts in the Soviet ruling elite. Regional priorities: Non-Black Earth – Virgin Soil

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Written by Gorizontov L.E. | 05 October 2023
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Gorizontov L.E.

Conflicts in the Soviet ruling elite. Regional priorities: Non-Black Earth – Virgin Soil

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A choice between Russian Non–Black Earth and Virgin Soil regions in the context of agricultural development of the Soviet Union was discussing virtually during the whole post–war period. The controversy dealing with the regional priorities assumed a sharp political character and demonstrated the traditional perception of center and periphery of the country. New sources - memoirs and archival materials, enable better understanding of the decision-making.

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Soviet Union, regional policy, political struggle, Non-Black Earth, Virgin Soil, mental geography

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Gorizontov Leonid Efremovich – Professor of the National Research University Higher School of Economics, PhD in History, Moscow; 8-905-760-36-30; This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

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