The History of the Communist Party of the Soviet Union

The Communist Party of the Soviet Union (CPSU) was the ruling political party of the USSR from 1922 to 1991. Founded by Vladimir Lenin and the Bolsheviks, it aimed to implement communist ideology through the overthrow of capitalism and the establishment of a society where property is publicly owned.

Under Lenin and Joseph Stalin, the CPSU ruled as a dictatorship, suppressing dissent and establishing communist regimes in Eastern Europe. Its policies led to widespread famine and industrial control, contributing to the Cold War tensions.

In the late 20th century, reforms under Mikhail Gorbachev weakened the party, leading to its dissolution in 1991 following the collapse of the Soviet state. The remnants of the party were banned in Russia.