This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
Russians Classless Myth in Moscow Upper Class Rise
The article reports on Soviet society by Tom Whitney, noting a growing upper class in Moscow comprising officers, executives, scientists, and officials. It contrasts flashy private wealth with persistent shortages and bureaucratic inefficiencies, arguing the regime’s classless rhetoric hides deep social stratification and ongoing gap between rich and poor. A note on paroled case appears as unrelated text.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tom Whitney
Moscow
Whitney
London
Petrovka Street
Macow
Armed Services
Police
Soviet Union