| ID | 108726 |
| Title Proper | Chekists look back on the cold war |
| Other Title Information | the polemical literature |
| Language | ENG |
| Author | Fedor, Julie |
| Publication | 2011. |
| Summary / Abstract (Note) | This article examines conspiracy theories about the history of the Cold War as presented in post-Soviet memoirs and other writings produced by former KGB officers. It focuses in particular on conspiracy theories positing an ongoing Western plot to destroy and humiliate Russia. The article explores the connections which these texts draw between national identity, morality, memory, and state security. |
| `In' analytical Note | Intelligence and National Security Vol. 26, No. 6; Dec 2011: p.842-863 |
| Journal Source | Intelligence and National Security Vol. 26, No. 6; Dec 2011: p.842-863 |
| Key Words | Cold War ; History ; Russia ; KGB ; Soviet Memoirs |