Chapter
The Failed Coup that Led to the End of the Soviet Union
34:04 - 37:43 (03:39)
Belarus's former Prime Minister didn't become President as expected. Meanwhile, the Soviet Union fell due to an attempted armed coup.
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The Soviet Union did not survive the armed coup, leading to Belarus declaring its independence in 1991.
34:04 - 35:23 (01:19)
Belarus's independence
Summary
The Soviet Union did not survive the armed coup, leading to Belarus declaring its independence in 1991. While some hoped to create a democracy along Western lines, others held onto the Soviet organization until 1994 when the position of presidency was created.
ChapterThe Failed Coup that Led to the End of the Soviet Union
EpisodePart One: Alexander Lukashenko: The Dictator of Belarus
PodcastBehind the Bastards
Belarusian Prime Minister Kibitch proves himself to be a successful rabble rouser and wins the presidential elections.
35:24 - 37:43 (02:19)
Belarus
Summary
Belarusian Prime Minister Kibitch proves himself to be a successful rabble rouser and wins the presidential elections. However, he focuses on not privatizing state assets, contrary to expectations.