The Soviet Union emerged as a superpower after the war from "summary" of A People's Tragedy by Orlando Figes
The defeat of Nazi Germany in 1945 marked the Soviet Union's emergence as a superpower on the world stage. The country had suffered immense losses during the war, with over 20 million of its citizens perishing in the conflict. Despite this staggering human toll, the Soviet Union had managed to field the largest army in the world, playing a crucial role in the defeat of the Axis powers. The Soviet victory in World War II not only solidified its status as a major global power but also expanded its territorial reach. The Red Army had liberated Eastern Europe from Nazi occupation, effectively extending Soviet influence over these newly liberated states. This expansion of Soviet control in Eastern Europe would have far-reaching consequences for the post-war world order. In addition to its military might, the Soviet Union had also established itself as a key player in international diplomacy. The wartime alliance with the United States and Great Britain had prov...
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