Communist Party of the Soviet Union (CPSU)

The Communist Party of the Soviet Union (CPSU) was the ruling political party in the Soviet Union from its founding in 1912 until the country's dissolution in 1991. It championed Marxist-Leninist ideology, aiming to create a classless, state-controlled society. The CPSU played a central role in shaping Soviet policies, economy, and governance, emphasizing collective ownership and the elimination of capitalism. Under leaders like Vladimir Lenin and Joseph Stalin, the party guided the USSR through significant events, including the Russian Revolution, World War II, and the Cold War, ultimately influencing global politics during the 20th century.