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More than 50 years ago, Nikita Khrushchev vowed "We will bury you!" Today, the remains of 700 Soviet-era trucks are slowly being ground into scrap metal for washers, dryers and other bourgeoise goods. (H/t to olmy & Jim) [NYT]

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