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The traveler reveals that their purpose in visiting SSK is deeply historical. During Stalin’s regime, millions of Germans were deported to this region. Although many emigrated back to Germany after the fall of the Soviet Union, a notable number of German Russians remain in the towns scattered throughout the region. This lineage forms the backdrop for an exploration into the remnants of their culture and identity. The traveler’s hope is to engage with the locals and better understand their stories, using the Russian language skills they have accrued.