The “Prosvita” centres of the Okhtyrka county in 1917-1922

The article traces the genesis and specific features of “Prosvita” fellowship centres’ activity on territory Okhtyrka county (Kharkiv province) during period Ukrainian revolution (1917-1921) first years Soviet authority. Such forms fellowship’s as establishing primary education, holding theatrical performances, organizing educational libraries functioning are covered within article. national nature is emphasized. fact, that centres started their right after Central Rada in Kyiv, stated. During UNR supported revolutionary parliament Ukraine its policy. Actually, they played role Rada’s region. As for relationship between Bolshevik authority, following statement highlighted. half 1919 Bolsheviks impeded development considered latest to be counterrevolutionary organizations. After Denikin Volunteer Army had occupied region repressions against members intensified. Since middle 1920 authorities been implementing policy state controlling centres. Due department public education political activities 35 this organization existed 1921. Meanwhile tried struggle with close those centres, which featured spirit “Ukrainian chauvinism” “petliurivshchina”. In 1922 remains finally disappeared county, turning into reading houses or village buildings. author comes a conclusion short six-year history (1917-1922) provided cultural ascension, accompanied national-liberation people. movement laid main organizational foundation involving masses active participating processes.