Natalia Sedova

Political figure associated with Trotsky

Natalia Sedova - Political figure associated with Trotsky
Born

April 5th, 1882
143 years ago

Died

1962
63 years ago — 80 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Russia

Links & References

Born in 1882, this individual became the second wife of Leon Trotsky, a prominent figure in the Russian Revolution. Following Trotsky's exile, she accompanied him to various countries, including Turkey and Mexico. Deeply involved in political discussions, she supported Trotsky’s Marxist ideals and continued to express his views after his assassination in 1940. Sedova managed to preserve Trotsky's legacy through her writings and correspondence, which provide insight into the revolutionary movement of the early 20th century.

Accompanied Leon Trotsky in exile

Wrote about Trotsky's theories and ideas

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