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Satellite States

Episode number: 1

Overview: While the Red Army was advancing towards Berlin in 1944, Stalin was already planning to incorporate Eastern Europe into his sphere of influence.

Stalin's Reign

Episode number: 2

Overview: The whole communist world celebrates Stalin's 70th birthday in December 1949 including the 'brother nations' of eastern Europe. Stalinist cities rise from the ashes of World War 2 with great buildings and avenues.

Uprisings

Episode number: 3

Overview: After Stalin's death in 1953 many in the Eastern Bloc hope for a better future with mass protests emerging in East Germany.