Russia (Soviet Union)

The Soviet Union, officially known as the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics (USSR), was a socialist state that existed from 1922 to 1991. It was made up of multiple republics, with Russia being the largest and most influential. The USSR played a central role in global politics, especially during the Cold War, competing with the United States for influence. It focused on state ownership of resources and industry, emphasizing central planning. The Soviet Union collapsed in 1991, leading to the independence of its republics and significant political and economic changes in Eastern Europe and beyond.