For about 70 years of its long history, Russia was part of the Soviet Union. Explore before-and-after stories about the country and its people, writers, artists, culture, rulers and worldwide influence.
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Audio narration of "Francis Gary Powers and the U-2 Incident," a chapter of "Bridge of Spies."
Audio narration of "James Donovan and Rudolf Abe," a chapter in "Bridge of Spies."
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Audio narration of "Rudolf Abel and His American Life," a chapter in the story "Bridge of Spies."
Audio narration of "Rudolf Abel, a Spy Born in England," a chapter of "Bridge of Spies."
Audio narration of "Rudolf Abel at Risk," a chapter in the story "Bridge of Spies."