Another casualty of the Soviet regime was the Russian Orthodox Church . Those who did not comply were brutally punished. History and the world community do not support Stalin's methods. However, there may be something to be said for a stronger, better educated peasant nation brought screaming into the 20th century. We may, also, find something positive in the pivotal role Stalin and his army played in the destruction of Hilter and the Nazi threat in Eastern Europe.
History is a teacher.
The anthem is performed by the Bolshoi Theatre Orchestra and Chorus . Unbreakable Union of freeborn Republics, Great Russia has welded forever to stand. Sing to the Motherland, home of the free, Bulwark of peoples in brotherhood strong. Through tempests the sunrays of freedom have cheered us, Along the new path where great Lenin did lead. To a righteous cause he raised up the peoples, Inspired them to labor and valorous deed.