Legacy Stalin | The Terror | 2
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May 7, 2025 Delve into the shadowy rise of Stalin, starting from his unpopularity to becoming Lenin's right hand. Witness the fierce power struggles with Trotsky and the ruthless tactics used for consolidation. Hear chilling accounts of the human cost brought by collectivization and Stalin's oppressive rule, particularly the devastating Holodomor famine. Explore the unsettling alliance between Stalin and Hitler, a miscalculation that would have dire implications as World War II loomed on the horizon.
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Stalin's Strategic Rise
- Stalin's rise to power was marked by his persistence and ability to navigate Bolshevik internal conflicts.
- He became the critical enforcer and organizer behind Lenin, cementing his influence early on.
Urban Focus of Bolshevik Power
- Bolshevik power was heavily dependent on controlling urban workers, not peasants.
- Stalin's mission was to secure food supplies for the cities essential to Bolshevik support, despite rural resistance.
Stalin and Nadia's Relationship
- Stalin, despite being much older, marries 16-year-old Nadia who becomes integral to his work.
- She understands and supports Stalin's ambitions, boosting his capacity for control.
