Three Graves in Red Square, Moscow

A rare glimpse into the gender dynamics of early Soviet Russia emerges from an analysis of three women buried in Red Square's necropolis between 1917 and 1924, contrasting them with a woman who was not. This study reveals how these ten women—out of over five hundred interred—were uniquely honored, challenging traditional stereotypes about women's roles in post-revolutionary society. By examining funeral practices through a gendered lens, the research fills a significant gap in historical studies, which have largely overlooked or marginalized female perspectives. The approach combines biographical analysis with comparative case study methods, offering new insights into the intersection of politics, gender, and memory in the formative years of Soviet Russia.

Papushina, A. (2025). Three Graves in Red Square, Moscow. Aspasia, 19(1), 63–84. https://doi.org/10.3167/asp.2025.190106