for anyone who knows about russian history!!!

[looney]

Under the Tsarists litaracy rates topped 90% by 1900, also economic growth rates were higher in the 1800's generally than bolshevik russia.

 

[mejonaNO12 aka riskit]

its all written now. no need to worry. i think my asking was just in desperation as i couldnt find my notes! but once i found them(filled of course) on my floor i was up and away typing all night!

 

[Strike]

I have been reading about the history of Prussia lately, if that helps. The old Prussian capital Kongsiberg (Now known as Kaliningrad), is now an enclave of Russia.