One December 25, 1989, Nicolae and Elena Ceausescu were tried by a military tribunal and shot by a firing squad. This is a short recounting of the event.

Presents factual information on the history of the Red Scare that caused hysteria and panic in the United States after World War I.

This site explains the economic and political developments of the German Democratic Republic (East Germany) after WWII. Contains information on dividing up Germany after WWII, the Soviet zone of occupation, Soviet interests and motives,...

A great overview of the economic policies implemented in the Soviet Union between 1917 and 1985. Describes collectivization, economic priorities, successes, and failures. Readers will come away with a sound understanding of Soviet...

This article surveys Soviet Union and its leader Nikita Khrushchev, who eventually wielded virtually supreme power after the death of Soviet dictator Joseph Stalin in 1953.

A very comprehensive look at the centrally planned economy of Russia. Examines how such an economy functions and the priorities set forth by government and government control.

A useful collection of links to "Classical Marxism" texts. Most of the links lead to substantial readings from primary sources.

This site from the Mount Holyoke College provides a list of numerous links to sources covering a broad range of topics on Stalin.

Online version of Engels' translated text.

A basic explanation of Marxism as it applies to literary theory. Includes a bibliography.

One of the most remarkable foreign policies of the 20th century, Nixon pursued detente in hopes of easing tensions with the Communist world.

Before Vietnam became the stage for an American war against international communism, it was a war between France and Indochina. France, concerned about losing their colonial holdings in Indochina and therefore losing international...

This site gives an overview of Gorbachev's foreign policy, which emphasized the enhancement of diplomatic relations and economic cooperation. Read how Soviet relations between foreign countries greatly improved under this and how...

Paul Robeson, an actor and activist, fought for workers' rights and the communist cause. Use this site to learn about Robeson's controversial views, which painted him as strong, courageous, and heroic.

Students discuss the rights of non-citizens in this lesson plan, which is based on Attorney General A. Mitchell Palmer's push to deport alien "reds" in 1919. These were immigrants believed to have radical political views and to...

A brief description of the fears Americans had of the spread of Communism in Asia during the Cold War.

Comprehensive overview details the 1955 Warsaw Pact, signed by the Soviets and its 7 communist 'satellite nations'.

Detailed biographical facts on Mao Zedong, leader of the Communist Party of China and the Founding Father of the People's Republic of China.

A site containing the biography of Mao Zedong who was the leader of the People's Republic of China and the Chinese communist party. He was also called Mao Tse-tung.

The "New York Times" on the web International. Focuses on Communism with a timeline, audio discussion, an interactive map, and slide show. Has great pictures and many links to other similar topics about China.

The "New York Times" on the web International. Focuses on Communism with a timeline, audio discussion, an interactive map, and slide show. Has great pictures and many links to other similar topics about China.

The "New York Times" on the web International. Focuses on Communism with a timeline, audio discussion, an interactive map, and slide show. Has great pictures and many links to other similar topics about China.

The "New York Times" on the web International. Focuses on Communism with a timeline, audio discussion, an interactive map, and slide show. Has great pictures and many links to other similar topics about China.

The "New York Times" on the web International. Focuses on Communism with a timeline, audio discussion, an interactive map, and slide show. Has great pictures and many links to other similar topics about China.