FAQ About Vladimir Lenin
What impact did Lenin's death have on the Soviet Union?
Lenin's death in 1924 led to a power vacuum within the Soviet Union, leading to intense rivalry among his potential successors, notably Joseph Stalin, Leon Trotsky, and others. Stalin ultimately emerged as the dominant figure, shaping the future direction of the Soviet state. Lenin's death also marked the beginning of Stalinism, which differed significantly from Lenin's policies, and the resulting ideological conflicts influenced Soviet policies for decades.
