Soviet Documents on the 73rd Anniversary of the GOSR

Summary

This declassified CIA document corresponds to a Soviet broadcast from November 7, 1990, commemorating the 73rd anniversary of the Great Soviet of Russia (GOSR). It includes reports on official events in Moscow, such as the ceremony at the Kremlin, the military parade in Red Square, and speeches by Soviet leaders like Gorbachev, Yazov, and Lukyanov. It also mentions alternative protests organized by democratic movements and other parties. Details of the parade, including the first-time participation of SS-25 ballistic missiles, are highlighted. Additionally, reports on celebrations in other Soviet republics and analyses of the revolution's influence on other developing countries are included. The document reflects the complex political and social situation in the USSR on the eve of its dissolution, showing both the continuity of Soviet traditions and early signs of change.