Gorbachev and the End of the Cold War
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A source analysis worksheet focusing on Gorbachev's role in ending the Cold War. Students will analyze a primary source to develop understanding of historical perspectives and evaluate reliability.
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Gorbachev and the End of the Cold War
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Source Analysis: Gorbachev's Reforms
Source A: Gorbachev's Speech on Perestroika and Glasnost
"We are implementing reforms to improve the USSR and its relations with the world. Perestroika is about restructuring our economy and society, while Glasnost encourages openness and transparency. Our aim is to build a better future through these policies, which I believe will lead to peaceful coexistence with the West. We seek to reduce tensions and promote reform without abandoning our socialist principles. These changes are necessary for our country's survival and progress in a new era." Provenance: Mikhail Gorbachev, 1987, speech to the Soviet Congress.
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- 1/1/2026
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- 1/1/2026
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