Georgian Soviet Socialist Republic

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Union republic of the Soviet Union (1921–1991)

Georgian SSR

Official name	Georgian Soviet Socialist Republic
Common name	Georgian SSR
Motto
Anthem
Flag
Coat of arms
Capital	Tbilisi
Largest city
Government	Marxist–Leninist one-party socialist republic
Legislature	Supreme Soviet of the Georgian SSR

The Georgian Soviet Socialist Republic (Georgian SSR) was one of the Union republics of the Soviet Union from 1921 to 1991. It was established after the Red Army invasion of Georgia and was part of the Transcaucasian Socialist Federative Soviet Republic (TSFSR) from 1922 until 1936, when it became a separate republic within the Soviet Union.

History

The Georgian SSR was established on 25 February 1921, following the Red Army invasion of Georgia. Initially, it was part of the Transcaucasian Socialist Federative Soviet Republic (TSFSR) along with the Armenian SSR and the Azerbaijan SSR. In 1936, the TSFSR was dissolved, and the Georgian SSR became a separate republic within the Soviet Union.

During the Great Purge of the late 1930s, many prominent Georgian political figures were executed or imprisoned. The republic experienced significant industrial growth and urbanization during the Soviet era, particularly in the capital city of Tbilisi.

In the late 1980s, the Georgian SSR was a center of dissident activity, and nationalist movements gained momentum. On 9 April 1991, Georgia declared independence from the Soviet Union, which was recognized after the Dissolution of the Soviet Union later that year.

Government and Politics

The Georgian SSR was governed by the Communist Party of Georgia, a branch of the Communist Party of the Soviet Union. The highest authority in the republic was the First Secretary of the Georgian Communist Party. The executive branch was headed by the Chairman of the Council of Ministers, and the legislative branch was the Supreme Soviet of the Georgian SSR.

Economy

The economy of the Georgian SSR was centrally planned and heavily industrialized. Key industries included mining, metallurgy, chemicals, and machinery. Agriculture also played a significant role, with the republic being a major producer of tea, citrus fruits, and wine.

Culture

The Georgian SSR was known for its rich cultural heritage, including Georgian literature, Georgian music, and Georgian dance. The state promoted cultural activities and supported various cultural institutions, including theaters, museums, and libraries.

Demographics

The population of the Georgian SSR was diverse, with ethnic Georgians being the majority. Other significant ethnic groups included Russians, Armenians, and Azerbaijanis. The official languages were Georgian and Russian.

See also

• History of Georgia (country)
• Transcaucasian Socialist Federative Soviet Republic
• Dissolution of the Soviet Union
• Communist Party of Georgia (Soviet Union)
• Tbilisi

Related pages

• Armenian Soviet Socialist Republic
• Azerbaijan Soviet Socialist Republic
• Soviet Union
• Red Army invasion of Georgia
• Supreme Soviet of the Georgian SSR