Nikolai Krylenko

Prosecutor General, Russian revolutionary leader

Nikolai Krylenko - Prosecutor General, Russian revolutionary leader
Born

1885
140 years ago

Died

July 29th, 1938
86 years ago — 53 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Russia

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A lawyer and politician, held the position of Prosecutor General of the Russian SFSR. Played a significant role in the establishment of the Soviet legal system during the early years of the USSR. Involved in the prosecution of political dissenters during the Great Purge, which contributed to the consolidation of power by the Communist Party. Advocated for the implementation of Marxist legal theories and reforms.

Served as Prosecutor General of the Russian SFSR

Contributed to the formation of the Soviet legal system

Played a role in the Great Purge prosecutions

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