Perestroika - Study guides, Study notes & Summaries

This document goes over the following concepts: How has the world changed since the 1960s? • What events led to the end of the Cold War? An in-depth analysis of what factors contributed to the collapse of the USSR and ending of the Cold War. − Challenges facing the USSR by the early 1980s (leadership/economic failure/military demands/Cold War/rise of nationalism) − Gorbachev's reforms in the USSR ▪ 'Perestroika' (aim/course of events/consequences) ▪ 'Glasnost' (aim/cours...

A detailed summary of all relevant information pertaining to the End of the Cold War (1985-1991). This summary is perfect for studying this section in preparation for IEB exams. This summary includes: Gorbachev, Satellite States, Gorbachev's aims, Perestroika, Glasnost, Poland, Solidarity, Gdansk Agreement, Martial Law, and the Polish Roundtable Talks, etc.

IEB History Grade 12 Topic 6: The End of the Cold War and a New World Order (1989-present) 10 page summary

Details the various reasons behind the collapse of the Soviet Union, including pre-existing economic malaise in the face of perpetual pressure from the USA (especially, economically and militarily) and the failure of Gorbachev's policies to reform the broken state which he had inherited as leader.

Provides a complete summary on Topic 6

This essay has been perfect over the time of my matric year. As an A history student i can guarantee their reliability and excellence. This essay answers the question: Gorbachev’s policies of Glasnost and Perestroika led to the disintegration of the Soviet Union in 1989 which had a direct impact on South African politics. Do you agree with the above statement? Support your line of argument with relevant evidence.