JOURNAL ARTICLE

Introduction: Provincialising 1956.

  • Published In: Twentieth Century Communism, 2025, n. 29. P. 5 1 of 3

  • Database: America: History and Life with Full Text 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Davis, Madeleine; Odysseos, George 3 of 3

Abstract

The article examines the significance of 1956 as a pivotal year in the context of global communism, focusing on its diverse impacts across various regions and movements. It highlights the resignation of Aimé Césaire from the French Communist Party and his call for Marxism to serve colonized peoples, illustrating the intersection of decolonization and destalinization. Additionally, it discusses the experiences of Cypriot communists during the Suez Crisis, the limited influence of 1956 on the Mexican left, and the emergence of a new generation of anti-Francoists in Spain. The article emphasizes the need to understand 1956 from multiple perspectives, showcasing its role as a catalyst for political and ideological shifts within various communist movements worldwide. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Twentieth Century Communism. 2025/07, Issue 29, p5
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Literature and Writing
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:1758-6437
  • DOI:10.3898/175864325840410200
  • Accession Number:188440149
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