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Jonathan D Smele

    December 12, 1958

    Jonathan Smele delves into the intricacies of Russian and European history, with a particular focus on the Russian revolutions and civil wars. His scholarship offers profound insights into pivotal historical moments and their broader implications. Smele's analyses illuminate the complex dynamics of an era defined by upheaval and conflict. His expertise provides a clear lens through which to understand crucial chapters of Russian and European history.

    The 'Russian' Civil Wars 1916-1926
    Civil War in Siberia
    • Civil War in Siberia

      • 788 pages
      • 28 hours of reading

      The book delves into the complexities of the Russian Civil War from 1917 to 1921, focusing on the conflict between the Bolsheviks and the counter-revolutionary White forces, particularly in Siberia. It highlights the significant yet often overlooked contributions of Admiral Aleksandr Kolchak, the White leader, and explores how geographic and economic challenges, alongside leadership failures, influenced the White movement's downfall. Through a diverse array of contemporary sources, the author sheds light on this critical period that shaped Soviet Communism's legitimacy and enduring impact.

      Civil War in Siberia
    • The 'Russian' Civil Wars 1916-1926

      • 456 pages
      • 16 hours of reading

      An original interpretation of the wars that ravaged Russia for decades after the toppling of the Romanovs.

      The 'Russian' Civil Wars 1916-1926