Joseph Stalin (1878 -1953) (jan 21, 1924 – mar 5, 1953)
Description:
Despite the warnings of Vladimir Lelin about his disciple, Joseph Stallin became the leader of the URSS. He used propaganda and religion to keep hold of his power and his totalitarian regime. He is responsible of mass repressions, executions, famine and he created the gulags. He had a friendly relationship with Vyacheslav Molotov (1890 -1986), the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Soviet Union.Added to timeline:
Date:
jan 21, 1924
mar 5, 1953
~ 29 years