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The article explores how Khrushchev redefined the image of communism after Stalin's death, focusing on returning to Lenin's ideals.

April 21, 2026Istoriya

Transformation of the Soviet Myth of Communism in the Era of Nikita Khrushchev (1953—1964)

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The article explores how Khrushchev redefined the image of communism after Stalin's death, focusing on returning to Lenin's ideals.
Historical analysis of Soviet propaganda and political documents from 1953 to 1964
Examination of Khrushchev's speeches and policies regarding communism and Lenin
Analysis of cultural and ideological shifts within Soviet society
Khrushchev succeeded in displacing Stalin's cult with a new emphasis on Lenin's image.
Communist mythology evolved to reflect a return to revolutionary ideals, influencing public perception.
Soviet propaganda proliferated Lenin's image while minimizing Stalin's legacy, reshaping national identity.

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This article analyzes changes in the image of communism in the USSR, suggesting new ideological directions under Khrushchev's leadership.

Olga Pavlenko (2025) studied this question.

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