Unit 1E Russia, 1917 91: from Lenin to Yeltsin

Written by a Cambridge Law student with an A* at history A-level. Outlines the successes and failures of Soviet economic policy - very succinct and organised. It is categorised by industry, agriculture, social standards (including both consumer goods and living conditions), military and ideology. Each category goes chronologically through each Soviet leader, starting with Lenin and ending with Chernenko. Very detailed and full of facts and stats without any irrelevant information. Tailore...

This is an A* example of an A-level Edexcel history essay 'Was terror the main method by which the Bolshevik leadership exercised control over the Party between 1917 and 1924?' which achieved 18/20.

An A* Edexcel History essay on 'How far was Khrushchev able to bring about fundamental change to the system of government established by Stalin?' which achieved 19/20.

This document provides a full summary of the chapter communist government from 1917 to 1985 . It goes into the depth of each leader and how they came to power. I used these notes in my mocks to get an A* predicted and have a place at Oxford for history

Detailed theme 1 summary. perfect if you don't want to read the whole thing! contains all necessary info + extra info from historians (mainly Orlando Figes). got me an A*! perfect for cramming + practicing exam questions/ essay plans.

Full notes for chapter one of the A-Level 'From Lenin to Yeltsin' Edexcel course ( 'Communist Government in the USSR, 1917-85' ). These notes cover every bullet point of the specification, and are organised by these.

Full notes for chapter two of the A-Level 'From Lenin to Yeltsin' Edexcel course ( 'Industrial & Agricultural Change in the USSR 1917-85' ). These notes cover every bullet point of the specification, and are organised by these.

Textbook notes for theme four (social change). clear and concise with all the detail you need. great for cramming/ making essay plans. got me an A*!

Written by a Cambridge Law student with an A* at history A-level. Outlines the structure, successes and failures of the Soviet governments/ It is categorised by party control over the state, bureaucratic elite, political repression, centralising power within the party and party discussion. These categories are used for each of the Soviet leaders, starting with Lenin and ending with Chernenko. Very detailed and full of facts and stats without any irrelevant information. Tailored towards ex...

Written by a Cambridge Law student with an A* at history A-level. Outlines the successes and failures in improving the lives of citizens from 1917-91. It is categorised by employment levels and working conditions, social security and benefits, housing and consumer goods, the role of women in employment and in the family, education, and protest and unrest. Each category goes chronologically through each Soviet leader, starting with Lenin and ending with Chernenko. Very detailed and full of ...