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“The calamity of war, wherever, whenever and upon whomever it descends, is a tragedy for the whole of humanity.”

Quote by Raisa Gorbacheva

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Raisa Gorbacheva

Raisa Gorbacheva was the wife of Mikhail Gorbachev, the last leader of the Soviet Union. She was a significant figure in the political and social life of the country during the late 20th century. Born on January 5, 1932, she passed away on September 20, 1999. Raisa Gorbacheva was known for her advocacy of human rights and her support for her husband's policies, which included glasnost and perestroika. more

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