Unbreakable Union

One Step Backward, Two Steps Forward: The New Economic Policy of the USSR

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Matthew explores the New Economic Policy and its far-reaching impact on early Soviet society, examining how this bold experiment reshaped everyday life in the young Soviet state.
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Soviet Authority is Organized Civil War: The Founding Documents of the Soviet Union

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Jason and Matthew dive into the Soviet constitutions of 1918 and 1924, exploring how these foundational documents shaped the structure, ideals, and future of the emerging Soviet state.
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In the Name of Direct and Merciless Struggle: The Russian Revolution and Civil War

In this second supplementary episode, Matthew takes listeners on a fast-paced journey through the Russian Revolution and Civil War, covering the key events, figures, and turning points that paved the way for the Soviet Union.
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Unbreakable Union: Introductions

In this first episode, Matthew introduces Season 1: Building the Socialist Order (1922–1927) and shares the story behind the podcast. Explore the motivations, questions, and historical themes that sparked this deep dive into Soviet history, and get a preview of the journey ahead.
 
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