The Soviet Constitution of 1936: Article 125 in Practice

The Soviet Constitution of 1936: Article 125 and Stalinist Repression

In the grand, often bewildering tapestry of Soviet history, the Constitution of 1936 stands as a document of bold promises and stark realities. Drafted under the watchful eye of Joseph Stalin, it was heralded as the “most democratic in the world.” Central to this declaration was Article 125, a seemingly robust guarantee of fundamental freedoms: … Read more