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Political developments in the satellite states of central Europe: Poland and the leadership of Gierek; Czechoslovakia and the leadership of Husak; Hungary and the leadership of Kadar; the GDR and the leadership of Honecker; policy changes and the extent of reform.
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'Real existing Socialism', 1968–1980
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Political developments in the satellite states of central Europe: Poland and the leadership of Gierek; Czechoslovakia and the leadership of Husak; Hungary and the leadership of Kadar; the GDR and the leadership of Honecker; policy changes and the extent of reform
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Which leader was in charge of Poland during the period of 'Real Existing Socialism'?
Direct answer
Edward Gierek was the leader of Poland from 1970 to 1980, overseeing a period marked by economic challenges and social unrest.
Key terms
- Prague Spring: A period of political liberalization in Czechoslovakia during 1968, which was ultimately suppressed by Soviet intervention.
- Brezhnev Doctrine: A Soviet policy that justified intervention in other socialist countries to maintain Communist rule, particularly relevant during the Prague Spring.
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Confusing leaders and their policies: Focus on the specific policies and contexts of each leader, such as distinguishing between Kádár's Goulash Communism and Gierek's economic reforms.
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- Economic and social developments in the Soviet satellite states: economic reforms; strengths and weaknesses; the influence of the West, economically and socially.
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- Challenges to Soviet control in the Soviet satellite states: Western influence and the media; the impact of the Helsinki accords; political activism including Charter 77 and KOR (Czechoslovakia); Church organisations (Poland and GDR); contested elections (Hungary).
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- Strikes and demonstrations in Poland; the emergence of Solidarity in 1980 and the reaction of the Polish government and USSR.
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