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Part Two: Beria: Stalin's Pedophile Cop & the Soviet Oppenheimer

Behind the Bastards

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Beria's Brutal Tactics and Rise to Power

The chapter explores Beria's role in Stalin's revolution from above, focusing on forcible confiscation of lands and violent collectivization. It delves into the consequences of these actions and the blame game played by Beria and Reden's, shedding light on the severe repercussions. Additionally, it discusses Beria's strategic rise to power by positioning himself as Stalin's security handler and his ambitions to penetrate Stalin's inner circle.

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