The Dangerous Rise of Nikita Khrushchev | Full Documentary

Nikita Khrushchev was born in 1894 and rose from humble beginnings to become one of the most powerful and controversial figures of the 20th century. Loyal to Stalin during the Great Terror of the 1930s, he later played a key role during World War II and emerged as a central figure in Soviet politics after Stalin’s death in 1953. Just three years later, in 1956, he shocked the world by denouncing Stalin’s crimes in his famous Secret Speech, launching the era of de-Stalinization. As Soviet Premier, Khrushchev’s leadership shaped the Cold War. He led during the 1957 Sputnik launch, confronted the U.S. in the 1960 U-2 incident, and nearly pushed the world to nuclear war during the Cuban Missile Crisis in 1962. His bold reforms and volatile style both advanced and endangered the Soviet Union, until his fall from power in 1964. This film explores his complex legacy - between dictatorship and reform, progress and peril. #udssr #khrushchev #coldwar #documentary The Silk Road: A Driving Force of Progress    • The Silk Road: A Driving Force of Progress...   _______ On Get.history, a free documentary streaming channel, you can explore historical mysteries, scientific breakthroughs, biographical content and untold stories from around the world. Uncover the secrets of the Knights Templar, investigate Ancient Civilizations like Teotihuacán and Carthage, and examine pivotal moments in history, from World War II battles to the Cold War. Dive into a world of discovery every week with our documentary collection and perfectly timed series. New uploads of full-length documentaries and docu-series every Tuesday, Friday and Saturday. Subscribe to our channel here:    / @get.history   Follow us on TikTok:   / get.history