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21 lis 2023 · See and learn the history of the Kremlin, Trinity Tower, Kremlin Palace, Red Square, St. Basil’s Cathedral, State Historical Museum, Lenin's Tomb, Stalin's Seven Sisters (Moscow State...
21 gru 2023 · Explore 'History of Moscow, Russia' to trace the dramatic and storied past of this iconic city, from its medieval origins as a modest settlement to its rise as a political, economic, and...
3 lis 2024 · Discover the epic struggle that marked the beginning of Hitler's downfall: the Battle of Moscow. In this animated history video, we explore one of the most s...
The Berlin Wall fell and Moscow’s empire shrunk rapidly. In the so-called "2 + 4 Treaty" regarding Germany, Moscow relinquished control over the GDR and East Berlin.
Index to the documentaries on Russia (history, politics and current events) held by UCL SSEES Library. The Call numbers of the discs and tapes on which these films are held are given after the entries. Follow the link to retrieve full details. Timings for recordings include advertising breaks.
Battle of Moscow. Strategy. To Hitler, capturing the Soviet capital was seen as the ultimate victory. Taking Moscow was a neccesary aspect of Operation Barbarossa, and a sign that the superpower had fallen to its knees. After the capture of Kiev, it became clear to Soviet military leaders that a Nazi advance towards Moscow was imminent.
The main exhibition is devoted to the history and culture of Moscow, and here you will find maps from the sixteenth through twentieth centuries, perfectly preserved old paintings, and unique archeological exhibits.