David Holloway

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  1. 1. Stalin And The Bomb

    The Soviet Union and Atomic Energy, 1939-1956

    "Stalin and the Bomb" is a comprehensive historical analysis that explores the development of the Soviet atomic bomb during Joseph Stalin's regime. The book delves into the political, scientific, and military aspects of the Soviet nuclear program, highlighting the role of espionage, the contributions of prominent scientists, and the intense state control under Stalin. It examines how the Soviet Union, despite various challenges, managed to break the United States' nuclear monopoly in the post-World War II era, significantly altering the global balance of power and initiating a prolonged Cold War nuclear arms race.

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