The collapse of the USSR refers to the disintegration and dissolution of the Soviet Union as a political entity in 1991. It marked the end of communist rule and resulted in the formation of independent states.
Related terms
Perestroika: A policy introduced by Mikhail Gorbachev aimed at restructuring and reforming the Soviet economy.
Glasnost: A policy introduced by Mikhail Gorbachev that promoted increased openness and transparency in government.
Nationalism: Strong identification with one's own nation or ethnic group, which played a significant role in fueling independence movements within various republics.