Ukrainian Holodomor

The Ukrainian Holodomor was a tragic famine in 1932-1933, caused primarily by Soviet policies under Stalin. The Soviet government forcibly requisitioned grain and food from Ukraine, exporting much of it abroad, while restricting the movement of people to prevent them from escaping hunger. These policies led to a severe shortage of food, resulting in millions of deaths. Many recognize it as a deliberate act of repression aimed at controlling Ukraine’s population and suppressing national identity. The Holodomor remains a significant and sensitive part of Ukrainian history, symbolizing the suffering inflicted during this dark period.