Historical Events tagged with "kulaks"
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Mass Deportation of Kulaks from the Baltic States
Over 92,000 kulaks were forcibly deported from the Baltic states to Siberia in March 1949 as part of a Soviet campaign targeting wealthier peasant classes. This operation aimed to eliminate perceived class enemies and consolidate state control over agriculture. The deported individuals faced severe hardships in Siberian labor camps, disrupting their communities and altering the demographic landscape.
Continue ReadingStalin Orders Liquidation of Kulaks as Class
Joseph Stalin, the Soviet General Secretary, issued a directive for the liquidation of the kulaks, a term used to describe wealthier peasants, as a class. This campaign was a significant part of Stalin's policies aimed at collectivizing agriculture in the Soviet Union. It was justified by the need to eliminate perceived class enemies and ensure the successful implementation of collectivization. The decision led to widespread repression and forced deportations, particularly targeting affluent landowners.
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