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Joseph Vissarionovich Stalin was a Georgian revolutionary and political leader who governed the Soviet Union from the mid-1920s until his death in 1953. As the General Secretary of the Communist Party, he centralised power in his own hands, leading to a totalitarian regime that transformed the Soviet Union into a major world power. Stalin's policies, including rapid industrialization and collectivization of agriculture, aimed to modernize the Soviet economy but often resulted in widespread famine and suffering.

Stalin's rule was marked by extensive political repression, including the Great Purge, during which he targeted perceived enemies within the Communist Party and the general populace. Despite the harshness of his regime, he played a crucial role in the defeat of Nazi Germany during World War II, which solidified his status as a significant figure in world history. His legacy is complex, as he is remembered both for his contributions to the Soviet state's power and for the immense human cost of his policies.

Nationalität Georgisch, Sowjet
Geburtsdatum December 18, 1878
Geburtsort Gori, Shida Kartli, Georgia
Todesdatum March 5, 1953