A superpower built on revolution, ideology, and global ambition—how did the Soviet Union rise and fall? The Soviet Union emerged from the Russian Revolution of 1917, promising a socialist utopia. Under leaders like Lenin, Stalin, and Gorbachev, the USSR became a global superpower, competing with the United States during the Cold War. This book explores key events, including World War II, the Space Race, the Cuban Missile Crisis, and the collapse of the Soviet Union in 1991. The legacy of Soviet policies continues to influence Russia and former Eastern Bloc nations today. If you’re interested in political history and global power struggles, this book provides an in-depth look at the USSR’s rise and fall.