The Soviet Union was the previous name for the country now know as Russia. It lasted from 1922 to 1991.
The Soviet Union was a results of many political, ideological, and historical factors. It was a time of control, political tensions, and wars.
It was also a time of the Space Race (the infamous Sputnik), the Cold War, and communism. Despite all of the political turmoil and war time tensions, every day citizens still had to go on and live their lives.
These rare photographs offer us a unique view into the daily lives of the Soviet Union’s citizens. The citizens who went about their days, went to work, supported their families, and made time for fun in the midst of many worldwide events. Let’s take a look.