JOURNAL ARTICLE

The History Curriculum in Public Schools as a Component of the Official Historical Narrative in Modern Russia.

  • Published In: Kritika: Explorations in Russian & Eurasian History, 2025, v. 26, n. 3. P. 625 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: PAKHALIUK, KONSTANTIN 3 of 3

Abstract

The article examines the evolution of the history curriculum in Russian public schools, particularly focusing on the textbooks authored by V. R. Medinskii and A. V. Torkunov, which cover Russian history from 1914 to the early 21st century. It highlights the increasing influence of the Russian state on historical narratives since the mid-2000s, culminating in a systematic approach to memory policy following the 2022 invasion of Ukraine. The textbooks present a state-centric view of history, emphasizing the role of the government while downplaying civil society and independent historical narratives. The authors argue that this educational approach serves to instill a sense of grievance towards the West and justify state actions, reflecting broader authoritarian tendencies in contemporary Russian politics. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Kritika: Explorations in Russian & Eurasian History. 2025/07, Vol. 26, Issue 3, p625
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:History
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:1531-023X
  • DOI:10.1353/kri.2025.a969144
  • Accession Number:187583820
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