"Great Soviet Encyclopedia" (BSE) is a huge encyclopedic publication that became a classic of the Soviet period and an important source of knowledge for millions of readers. In its scope, it describes a wide range of topics, from history, politics and economics to culture, science and technology. BSE contains information about various aspects of Soviet life, revealing the significance and peculiarities of key events and figures in the country's history. This encyclopedia is an indispensable source of knowledge about the past of Ukraine and the world, it represents a significant part of the intellectual heritage of past generations.