Russia – A Short Summary

Russia – A Short Summary

This blog is the second in series about Russia . The first one was an overview (Russia: Turmoil, Glory & The Journey Beyond). This blog looks more at the future of talent development in Russia . Here are some of the findings:

Russia has a Large Geographical Area, Large Natural Resources and Low Population (Less number of Poor People). It based their entire economy on Science in 19th Century. A Socialist Based Science Economy.

It participated in both the World Wars: World War I & II. Both times it emerged successful. Partly due to its science based economy and the harsh conditions prevalent in the country making it impossible for any aggressor to invade. Russian Revolution followed the World War I, where it led to the destruction of the Tsar Regime and led to the creation of Soviet Union.

It fought  a Cold War with America lasting more than 3 decades. A missile race, space competition and politic & military intervention in countries around the World eventually led to the defeat and disintegration of USSR.

The talent development in Russia  has been snubbed due to the socialist based economy where individual freedom is less as compared to America. Although there is some talent in government backed activities (Space, Sports, Arms), where the artist has a bit flexibility to exercise. The question then is, How can talent spruce in a socialist economy? In areas like Art, Science & Technology, Consumer Innovation, Financial and other industries.

Caution: This might be all theory

Tags: America, Cold War, Russia, Russian Revolution, Socialism, Talent, Tsar Regime, World War 2, World War I