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The Rise and Reign of Stalin in the Soviet Union

Explore the tumultuous rise of totalitarianism in the Soviet Union, from Lenin's leadership to Stalin's iron-fisted rule marked by economic recovery, industrialization, collectivization, and control through terror tactics.

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The Rise and Reign of Stalin in the Soviet Union

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  1. Soviet Union- Rise of Totalitarianism Lenin (leader of Bolsheviks/Commies) wins Russian Civil war • Creation of communist country (USSR or Soviet Union) • Economic Recovery – Lenin kept some capitalism (private ownership) but govnt seized control of industries, banks, etc. • Lenin dies 1924 ….Stalin takes over 1927

  2. Life Under Stalin “Man of Steel” • Five Year Plans: designed to INDUSTRIALIZE the Soviet Union • Five year plan had mixed results • Industrial output did increase, but couldn’t meet quotas • Collectivization in Agriculture - state collected and owned all farms - Kulaks: wealthier farmers who didn’t want to give up private plots …..thousands sent to labor camps (Gulag) and forced famine killed millions.

  3. Control Through Terror • Stalin’s totalitarian state used secret police, torture, and violent purges to ensure obedience. • Stalin tightened his grasp on every aspect of Soviet life, stamping out any signs of dissent even within the Communist elite.

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