The term 'Russians Once' refers to the people of the former Soviet Union, which was a communist state that existed from 1922 to 1991. The term 'Soviets' is an alternate name for the citizens of the Soviet Union, and it is also the name of the government that ruled the country during its existence. The Soviet Union was a superpower during the Cold War, and its citizens were known for their resilience and strength in the face of adversity.