Purges Of Sceret Police Flashcards by Stan Gore

Q

Why were Secret Police purged?

A

To ensure they posed no threat to Stalin

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Why was Yezhov purged?

A

• Stalin needed a scapegoat

• Yehzovschina

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What was Yezhovschina?

A

Yehzov purged 3000 of his own personnel in first 6 months

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