Financing the Revolution: Bolsheviks and Bankers

This chapter examines the financial dynamics that supported the Bolshevik rise to power, focusing on the key role played by exiled bankers and American corporations. It critiques the traditional narratives of the Cold War, highlighting the interconnectedness of Western capitalist interests and Soviet industries. The discussion further explores ideological exchanges and the misrepresentation of historical events, delving into the American intelligentsia's fascination with Bolshevism and its implications for U.S. foreign policy.