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It did not change its name. The USSR referred to not just Russia but a collection of countries, which together were called the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics. That was between 1922 and 1991. In 1991 they split up, leaving Russia on its own again, being one of 15 countries.
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Why did Russia change its name to USSR?
It didn't
What country created the venera 9?
The USSR or modern-day Russia (USSR / Russia both refer to modern day Russia. The USSR was Russia's old name. ) Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Venera_9
What country has changed it name within the past fifty years?
The country of russia has change its name in the past fifty years, it was origionally the ussr.
What did they change the name of russia to?
In December of 1991 the USSR fell and became what is known today as the "Commonwealth of Independent States" (CIS)'.
What is the name of Russia before?
USSR Русь - Rus`
What countries were part of the USSR during world war 2?
Only Russia, as the USSR was just another name for Soviet Russia :)Additional answerActually, USSR is NOT just another name for Russia. USSR stands for Union of Soviet Socialist Republics and is an agglomeration of a whole lot of countries, including Russia. It was formed in 1922 and disbanded after the fall of communism in 1991
What countries were the members of the USSR during world war 2?
only Russia because USSR was a name for the soviet union:)Additional answerActually, USSR is NOT just another name for Russia. USSR stands for Union of Soviet Socialist Republics and is an agglomeration of a whole lot of countries, including Russia. It was formed in 1922 and disbanded after the fall of communism in 1991
When did the USSR break up and become Russia again?
The USSR did not break up and become Russia again. Thinking Russia and the USSR were the same, is a common mistake. Russia was just part of the USSR, along with many other countries. Russia was the largest of the countries that were part of the USSR. In 1991, the USSR broke up and these countries, including Russia, all became independent.
What was Russia's name during Stalin's reign?
USSR (Union of Soviet Socialist Republics)
What is the other name of USSR?
now known as Russia! USSR stands for Union of Soviet Socialist Republics...also known as the soviet union.
Did the USSR come before or after the tsar of Russia?
The USSR came after, not before the last Tsar of Russia ruled.
Is Russia evil?
No, USSR was evil Russia but the current Russia is NOT evil.
