Joseph Stalin, Lenin's successor as leader of the Soviet Union, embarked on a path of ruthless consolidation of power and ideological purges, transforming the fledgling communist state into a totalitarian dictatorship. Stalin's ascent to power was marked by the marginalization and elimination of rival factions within the Communist Party, culminating in the Great Purge of the 1930s, where millions were executed or sent to labor camps on trumped-up charges of counter-revolutionary activities.
Stalin's cult of personality, characterized by propaganda, censorship, and glorification of his leadership, reached its zenith during the era of Stalinist autocracy. The personality cult, embodied by ubiquitous portraits, statues, and hymns dedicated to Stalin, served to legitimize his rule and instill fear and reverence among the populace.
Under Stalin's rule, the Soviet Union underwent rapid industrialization and collectivization, transforming the agrarian society into a modern industrial powerhouse. However, this progress came at a staggering human cost, as millions perished in purges, famines, and forced labor camps (Gulags), leaving a legacy of suffering and trauma that continues to haunt Russian society to this day.
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