A2 FP1 : Industrialisation, Stakhanovites Flashcards
Conceptual awareness
Who was the Stakhanovite movement based on?
Alexsi Stakhanov
How many tonnes of coal did Stakhanov cut and in what time-frame?
102 tonnes of coal with his pnuematic pick in 5 hours and 45 minutes in August 1935 - this was the amount of coal normally expected from a miner in 14 times that length of time.
What happened to Stakhanov?
He was hailed as an example of how human determination and endeavour might increase productivity ; he was declared a soviet hero and given a large bonus and honourary awards. Competitions were arranged for others to emulate Stakhanov’s achievement.
Why was the Stakhanovite movement so significant?
It was the ideal propaganda for a party trying to create a new proletarian culture based on teamwork and selfless sacrifice.
How do Rowe and Waller describe the effects of the Stakhanovite movement?
“By December 1935, the number of broken records had entered the world of make believe and filled two volumes.”
The Stakhanovite movement was a way of doing what?
It became a way of forcing managers to support their workers as to increase production.
Was the Stakhanovite movement universally popular?
No, there was some jealousy attatched due to Stakhanovites recieving superior accomodation or material benefits. There are records of Stakhanovites being victimised or even attacked by collegues who were less enthusiastic and resented campaigns to persuade them to work harder.
What was the truth about the Stakhanovite movement?
It was a propaganda stunt, Stakhanov had been given a team of several workers who had done everything possible to support him, carrying out a range of tasks that miners were normally expected to do themselves.
How did Ordzhinikidze refer to Stakhanov?
The “soviet hercules”.
What was said about those who slandered Stakhanov’s record?
That they were “the most vile enemies of the people.”
