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Joseph Stalin Part 1: The Young Bank Robber
Real Dictators
Unscrupulous Pursuit of Revolution Funds
Stalin, entrusted by Lenin, engages in ruthless tactics in Baku to raise money for the revolution. Operating as a mobster, his gang conducts bank robberies, piracy, protection rackets, and kidnappings of wealthy individuals. Baku, known as the 'black city,' was a hub of oil wealth attracting self-made millionaires from diverse backgrounds. Stalin's gang, 'the outfit,' pursued any means necessary to acquire funds, viewing money as crucial for both financial needs and the revolution's success.
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