The History of Ukraine: A Guide to this Fascinating Country - Covering Chernobyl, the Crimean War, Russia, Volodymyr Zelensky, and Much More

By David Barnett

Retrace the history of Ukraine and discover its unique cultural identity with this incredible history book.

 

With a gripping and deeply informative exploration of the fascinating history behind Ukraine, this book offers an unparalleled look into the rich cultural legacy of a country that has endured the test of time. Drawing on a foundation of history, archaeology, and anthropology, this book provides a comprehensive account of Ukraine from prehistoric times to the present day.

 

Delving into the diverse people and tribes that ruled Ukraine in the Iron age, the kings who reigned through the Medieval period, and Ukraine's complex and tumultuous place in WWII and the Soviet Union, The History of Ukraine takes an honest and thought-provoking look at how this country became what it is in the modern era.

 

Perfect for students, history enthusiasts, and anybody curious about the unfolding 2022 Russian invasion of Ukraine, this fascinating book will answer all of your burning questions, helping you gain a deeper appreciation for Ukrainian culture and understand the key historical events that shaped this country's identity.

• Language: English
• Publisher: LZ Publishing
• Release date: Mar 21, 2022
• ISBN: 9798201860172

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Introduction

Ukraine is a country with a rich history dating back to its prehistoric years. The territory that is known as present-day Ukraine had been inhabited since 32,000 BC. Over the years, it has become a nation where Eastern Slavic culture began to take shape.

In the years leading up to their independence, the country of Ukraine had struggled to maintain its own identity. It started with the Kievan Rus’ federation, which lasted nearly two centuries before its collapse.

In the next few centuries, the territory of Ukraine was often disputed and ruled over by many powers and entities. When the Russian Revolution took shape, Ukrainians were beginning to make their intent of becoming an independent nation known. Thus, the Ukrainian People’s Republic had been formed around the same time when the Soviet Union was coming together.

Eventually, Ukraine became part of the Soviet Union itself. It would also be known as one of the heaviest industrialized republics (rivaling their Russian counterparts). Ukraine would remain part of this multi-republic giant until the collapse of 1991.

After the Soviet Union’s collapse, Ukraine became one of the many countries known as the Commonwealth of Independent Nations (CIS). Finally, Ukraine had finally become its own nation after centuries of trying to form its own identity.

After it finally became a nation of its own, Ukraine began to enjoy the fruits of their hard work paying off. Their economy was growing, a new constitution was enacted, and their own government was formed.

At the same time, it was also looking to wipe the slate clean, further disassociating itself from its Soviet past. This included completely disarming themselves as a nuclear power. At one point in time, nuclear had one of the largest nuclear weapon stockpiles in the entire world.

Even though Ukraine enjoyed their high points as a nation, it was not without its share of problems. In 2004, the Orange Revolution brought controversy to the election process and whether or not the elections in the country were fair. Corruption was soon becoming a problem in a country that had finally become its own amid years of control from various powers.

As the 2000s moved ahead, Ukraine was facing its own financial crisis. At one point, the economy had shrunk to nearly 15 percent. That wasn’t the worst of it.

Soon, Ukraine would get into regular disputes with Russia regarding natural gas. Twice, the Russians had briefly suspended gas supplies to the country (in 2006 and 2009). As a result, it also affected many European countries that relied on gas and oil coming from Russia.

Under the presidency of Viktor Yanukovych, Ukraine was in the process of being an ally to Russia as opposed to associating itself with NATO and the European Union. This further angered many Ukrainian citizens, citing Russia’s authoritarianism under Vladimir Putin.

Putin was more aligned with totalitarian powers including China and Iran. However, the people wanted freedom and found that Ukraine’s alliance with the West would galvanize it. Not everyone in Ukraine was in support of this association.

Specifically, the ethnic Russians residing in Crimea and eastern regions of Ukraine that bordered Russia were in support of Ukraine’s alliance with Russia. This gave rise to what is known as the Euromaidan protests, which started in November 2013. Up until February 2014, there had been protests in which many ended up being violent, leading to the loss of several lives.

On March 18 of 2014, the Russian Federation had annexed the Crimean peninsula,

Reviews for The History of Ukraine

[Thomas J Stevens · Rating: 3 out of 5 stars]

Difficult read due to its poor grammar. I wasn't able to finish it.