Nikolai Uglanov

Soviet politician and party leader

Nikolai Uglanov - Soviet politician and party leader
Born

December 5th, 1886
138 years ago

Died

1937
88 years ago — 51 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Soviet Union

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Born in 1886, Uglanov became a prominent figure in Soviet politics. Involved in the Bolshevik movement, he participated in the October Revolution of 1917. Uglanov held various important positions within the Communist Party, including leadership roles in several regional administrations. His political career spanned critical decades in Soviet history, particularly during the early years of the USSR. Uglanov's work focused on governance and the implementation of party policies in Moscow, where he served as the party's Secretary. He contributed to significant political decisions and the restructuring of the party's organization during his tenure.

Participated in the October Revolution of 1917

Served in various leadership roles within the Communist Party

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