Lenin's Funeral Flashcards
1
Q
what did lenin keep a secret
A
his testament that would have disclosed his personal thoughts on Stalin where he branded him as being unable to use his power wisely
2
Q
what happened ago Lenin’s funeral
A
Stalin acted as chief mourner
lenin had been viewed as a god like figure
stalins involvement made him seem as though he was the rightful figure to take over from lenin
3
Q
why did Trotsky not attend
A
he was too ill, though claimed Stalin told him the wrong day
damaged his political reputation and prestige
4
Q
how did Stalin rewrite history
A
he cared false images of himself and lenin to support his idea of him being the chosen disciple to continue Lenin’s work
