HIU

Note: This course requires prior basic knowledge of the political history of Czechoslovakia and Central Europe in the 20th century. The lecture offers students an insight into the development of the communist movement in Central Europe during the so-called ?short 20th century? (1918-1990s). It deals with the emergence of the political idea of communism, its political interpretation and representation. It also deals with the emergence and activities of Communist parties and movements in Central Europe and their activities in the interwar period. The idea of the growth of the communist movement during and after World War II is also examined. The communist regimes in the countries of Central Europe after World War II are analyzed, their differences and connections, the role of the USSR, etc. are perceived. After the era of Stalinism, attention is paid to the era of the so-called ?thaw?, as well as the return of neo-Stalinism, up to the fall of communist regimes. Special attention is paid primarily to the Communist Party of Czechoslovakia in the individual stages of this development and to the communist regime in Czechoslovakia.