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Soviet cinema was a tool of Russian colonialism. Under the guise of entertainment, films promoted Moscow and imposed Russian culture while marginalizing others.

Our analysis reveals how this cultural imperialism worked.

#colonialism #Russia #UkrainianView

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Soviet movies as a tool of Russian colonialism

In addition to serving as advertisements for the Soviet system and government, Soviet films deliberately promoted all things Russian, while …

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Ukrainian History @uahistory.bsky.social · 1d

"Look closely, America...!"
A leaflet from the 1950s distributed by the Ukrainian diaspora in the U.S.
Ukrainians were warning the world about Moscow’s imperialism 70 years ago.

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Ukrainian History @uahistory.bsky.social · 21d

A mother and her daughters.
Uman, early 20th century.

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Ukrainian History @uahistory.bsky.social · 23d

2/ To honor his legacy, in 2019 PEN Ukraine established the Heorhiy Gongadze Prize – awarded to journalists who embody integrity, courage, and commitment to the profession.
We remember Gongadze and every reporter who risks everything to keep the truth alive. 💙💛

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Ukrainian History @uahistory.bsky.social · 23d

1/ 25 years ago today, September 16, 2000, journalist Heorhiy Gongadze, founder of Ukraiinska Pravda, was abducted and murdered.
His fearless reporting exposed corruption and helped shape independent Ukrainian media.

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Ukrainian History @uahistory.bsky.social · 28d

On 9/11 we remember every life lost.
It was the only time NATO invoked Article 5.
Ukraine’s parliament declared solidarity and offered moral, technical & military support.
Over 5,000 Ukrainians served in Iraq, the 3rd-largest Coalition force.

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Ukrainian History @uahistory.bsky.social · 29d

2/ He also backed the Mariinsky Orphanage and parish schools, leaving a legacy of care for education and the most vulnerable.
The Tereshchenko dynasty also gave Kyiv an art gallery that became the foundation of today’s museums.

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Ukrainian History @uahistory.bsky.social · 29d

1/ On September 10, 1854, Ivan Tereshchenko was born, Ukrainian entrepreneur and philanthropist.
He funded Murashko’s drawing school, supported Kyiv schools, and with his family helped found the Kyiv Free Hospital for the poor - today’s OKHMATDYT, partly destroyed by russian shelling.

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Ukrainian History @uahistory.bsky.social · Sep 9

4/ The feat inspired songs, poems & even the 2003 monument at Zahoriv.
Since 1990, annual gatherings take place near the monastery walls to honor the heroes.

A story of youth who chose dignity over survival. Eternal memory to the 29 of Zahoriv.

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Ukrainian History @uahistory.bsky.social · Sep 9

3/ Losses: 29 UPA fighters killed, 1 executed in captivity. German losses estimated at 90–100 killed & 150–200 wounded (some sources claim over 500 killed).

The monastery was destroyed, but the memory of Zahoriv became a legend of courage & sacrifice.

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Ukrainian History @uahistory.bsky.social · Sep 9

2/ On the night of Sept 11–12, the insurgents decided to break out of encirclement.

Hiding their wounded in the basement, two groups slipped into the fog at dawn, throwing grenades & shouting “Glory to Ukraine!”
12 broke free. Others fell in battle.

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Ukrainian History @uahistory.bsky.social · Sep 9

1/ On Sept 8–11, 1943, near the Zahoriv Monastery in Volyn, 44 young UPA soldiers resisted 1,500 German troops.

With only 1 mortar & 4 machine guns, they fought for 2.5 days against artillery, tanks & mortars, turning the monastery into a fortress.

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Ukrainian History @uahistory.bsky.social · Sep 8

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Ukrainian History @uahistory.bsky.social · Sep 8

History teaches us one thing: Ukraine survives because people choose to act, not stay silent.

Our defenders need electronic warfare equipment to stop russian FPV drones. Let’s be part of this history.
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Ukrainian History @uahistory.bsky.social · Sep 8

2/ Muscovite commander Ivan Chelyadnin was captured, his army scattered to Smolensk.

Ostrozky’s fame spread across Europe as a defender against Moscow’s expansion.

Today, his name lives on:
30th Mechanized Brigade of the AFU
Lithuanian-Polish-Ukrainian Brigade

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Ukrainian History @uahistory.bsky.social · Sep 8

1/ On September 8, 1514, near Orsha, the combined Polish-Lithuanian-Ruthenian army under Kniaz Kostiantyn Ostrozky dealt a crushing defeat to Muscovy’s forces.

Ostrozky used brilliant tactics: crossing the Dnipro overnight, feigned retreat, and devastating artillery fire that broke Muscovy’s lines.

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Ukrainian History @uahistory.bsky.social · Aug 30

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On this day, we unite in remembrance:
💔 for those who fell,
🙏 for their families,
⚔️ for those still holding the line.

Eternal glory to the Heroes of Ukraine.
We remember. We thank. We will win. 🇺🇦

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Ukrainian History @uahistory.bsky.social · Aug 30

2/
This date was chosen not by chance. On August 29, 2014, during the Ilovaisk tragedy, russian troops shot at Ukrainian soldiers who were promised a “green corridor.”
Hundreds of defenders were killed in cold blood. It became one of the darkest days of the war.

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Ukrainian History @uahistory.bsky.social · Aug 30

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🇺🇦 August 29 - Day of Remembrance of the Fallen Defenders of Ukraine.

Today, Ukraine bows its head before all who gave their lives for our freedom. They stood against russian aggression so that future generations could live free.

Eternal memory.
Eternal gratitude. 💙💛

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Ukrainian History @uahistory.bsky.social · Aug 28

2/ In practice, Soviet serfdom lasted more than 120 years after its “abolition” in 1861.

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Ukrainian History @uahistory.bsky.social · Aug 28

1/ On August 28, 1974, the CPSU Central Committee and USSR Council of Ministers issued a resolution introducing universal passportization.

For the first time, collective farmers received passports, until then they were tied to their villages, unable to move freely.

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Ukrainian History @uahistory.bsky.social · Aug 24

2/ The anthem of the Sich Riflemen, “Chervona Kalyna,” resounded alongside.

That night, the songs of freedom — old and new — became the soundtrack to the birth of independent Ukraine. ✊💙💛

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Ukrainian History @uahistory.bsky.social · Aug 24

1/ August 24, 1991, in the Verkhovna Rada, the Act of Declaration of Independence of Ukraine was approved.

At 9 p.m., deputies carried a huge blue-and-yellow flag into the chamber. The hall rose and sang “Ukraine Has Not Yet Perished.”

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Ukrainian History @uahistory.bsky.social · Aug 23

6/ Today, the blue sky and golden fields of 🇺🇦 are not only a symbol of freedom but also a promise of unity and victory.
Every Ukrainian heart stops when our flag rises.
Honor, dignity, memory.

Слава Україні!

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Ukrainian History @uahistory.bsky.social · Aug 23

5/ 1989–1990: the blue-and-yellow returned in rallies across Lviv, Ternopil, and Kyiv.
On July 24, 1990, it was raised above Kyiv City Council.
On August 24, 1991, deputies carried it into the Verkhovna Rada during the Act of Independence.

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