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THE PEOPLE
BEHIND THE WALL The Soviet Union has returned—not in structure, but in spirit. Russia has resumed its efforts to consume and control Europe and Asia. As we learn more information about the situation and events continue to unfold, it will be ever more important to look back at how Russia’s control has impacted nations in the past, and how those effects altered the lives of the people within them. It’s easy to consider the big picture and politics, but the biggest and most lasting impacts were not those that involved territory maps, government leaders, or statistics too large to comprehend. They came from individuals. The unique stories and lives of the many millions who lived within and without the Soviet Union’s grasp are what need to be understood by those who wish to be cognizant of current events. Statistics and numbers convey very little information about the human experience compared to the memories of those who experienced the Cold War in Germany firsthand. By seeing through their eyes, we may gain insight into the consequences of Russia’s conflict with Ukraine today.