Nikita Krushchev and De-Stalinization
- Stalin dies in 1953
- Malenkov becomes Soviet leader from 1953-55
- Begins to remove any support for Stalin through De-Stalinization
- First act was to form Warsaw Pact
- It signalled less harsh treatment of the Satellite states
Interesting Fact
His middle name was "Maksimilianovich."
Quote
"If you live among wolves you have to act like a wolf."
-Nikita Krushchev
-Nikita Krushchev
Subjunctive Question
Why did Malenkov feel the need to rid Stalin supporters if he was already dead?
Summary
When Stalin dies in 1953 he is repaced by Malenkov who leads until 55. His first act was to form the Warsaw Pact which signalled a less harsh treatment for the Satellite states. Malenkov wanted to rid everyone who still supported Stalin. He did this through a process called De-Stalinization.