The Soviet regime refers to the political system established in the former Soviet Union, which lasted from 1922 until its dissolution in 1991. It was characterized by a one-party state led by the Communist Party, where the government controlled the economy and many aspects of daily life. The regime aimed to create a classless society through state ownership of resources and centralized planning. Under the Soviet regime, significant events included the Great Purge, where many perceived enemies of the state were executed or imprisoned, and the Cold War, a period of geopolitical tension with the United States. The regime also promoted industrialization and education but faced criticism for human rights abuses and lack of political freedoms.