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February 23, 1989
Czechoslovakia: Conviction of Havel Isolates Regime
An analysis of the conviction of Vaclav Havel, including its political and diplomatic implications.
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July 03, 1989
Czechoslovakia: Threatening Antidissident Campaign
An analysis of Prague's efforts to crush dissent amidst the Party's growing unpopularity.
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July 25, 1989
Special Analysis: Czechoslovakia: Teetering between Old and New
An analysis of the future of Communist rule in Czechoslovakia.
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August 16, 1989
Czechoslovakia: Anniversary May Provoke Confrontations
An analysis of the anniversary of the 1968 Soviet invasion and potential unrest in Czechoslovakia.
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August 19, 1989
Czechoslovakia: Regime Increasingly Fearful
An analysis of the Czechoslovak regime's fear of an uprising and decision to crush demonstrations.
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August 19, 1989
Czechoslovakia: Warsaw Pact Countries Reassess the 1968 Invasion
An analysis of statements from Warsaw Pact countries about the 1968 Soviet invasion of Czechoslovakia.
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August 20, 1989
Czechoslovak Secret Police (StB) Memorandum, 'Information Regarding the Situation in the CSSR up to 20 August 1989'
Czechoslovak Secret Police (StB) Memorandum, “Information Regarding the Situation in the CSSR up to 20 August 1989”, including the protest marches, international media attention and the intention of protestors to arrive from Poland and Hungary resulting in heightened precautions at borders
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August 21, 1989
Czechoslovak Secret Police (STB) Memorandum, 'Information on the Security Situation and Further Tasks in the Struggle Against the Internal Enemy' in the Period Preceding 21 August 1989
Czechoslovak Secret Police (StB) Memorandum, “Information on the Security Situation and Further Tasks in the Struggle Against the Internal Enemy” in the Period Preceding 21 August 1989, describing preparations for the anniversary of the 1968 uprising on August 21 and the protests on the part of the opposition
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October 17, 1989
Czechoslovak Ministry of Interior Memorandum, “Information on the Security Situation in the CSSR,” 17 October 1989
The Czechoslovak Ministry of the Interior reports on the state of security within the CSSR. A growing anti-communist movement is active within the CSSR, with some cooperation of the "internal enemy" with Western political and ideological groups. Increased levels of crime, violence, and alcoholism are reported.
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October 25, 1989
Czechoslovak Ministry of Interior Memorandum, 'The Security Situation in the CSSR in the Period Before 28 October'
The Czechoslovak Ministry of the Interior reports on anti- government activity. Anti-socialist forces in Hungary are collaborating with those in Czechoslovakia. A demonstration on 28 October, 1989 is anticipated in Prague. Security measures have been taken in an attempt to prevent these groups from meeting, propagandizing, and organizing the demonstration.
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November 18, 1989
Cable from US Embassy in Prague on Czech Demonstrations
The US embassy in Prague reports on the brutal suppression of the Czech students' demonstration.
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November 19, 1989
Teleprint from CC CPCz to First Secretary CC CPCz and Secretaries of Regional and District Committees
Following an anti-government protest in Prague, information has been reported on plans for another general strike in the CSSR on 27 November.
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November 19, 1989
Proclamation on the Establishment of Civic Forum 19 November 1989
The Czech Civic Forum declares its purpose for existence and addresses its primary demands for reform which should be promptly negotiated with the government.
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November 20, 1989
The Civic Forum’s Exposition of its Position in Public Life with a Call for Nonviolence, Tolerance and Dialogue, Prague
The Civic Forum’s Exposition of its Position in Public Life with a Call for Nonviolence, Tolerance and Dialogue, Prague
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November 20, 1989
Cable from US Embassy in Prague on Czech Demonstrations
Cable from the US embassy in Prague reports on an American woman's account of the November 17 demonstrations and the death of a Czech student.
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November 20, 1989
Cable from US Embassy in Prague on Czech Demonstrations
Cable from the US embassy in Prague reporting on the establishment of a new organization for Czech independents, the "Civic Forum," and the publication of a list of demands.
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November 20, 1989
Cable from US Embassy in Prague on Czech Demonstrations
Cable from the US embassy in Prague reporting on contradictions in the Czechoslovak press coverage of the demonstrations' aftermath.
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November 20, 1989
Cable from US Embassy in Prague on Czech Demonstrations
Cable from the US embassy in Prague reporting that demonstrations continued over the weekend in Prague.
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November 20, 1989
Cable from US Embassy in Prague on Czech Demonstrations
Cable from the US embassy in Prague reporting on their protest regarding attacks on American journalists during the November 17-19 demonstrations in Prague.
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November 20, 1989
Czechoslovakia: Aftermath of the Demonstration
An analysis of the recent demonstrations in Czechoslovakia and its effects on the Party's rule.