Red Army Purges (1937-38) Flashcards
(5 cards)
1
Q
How many of Marshalls were purged?
A
3/5
2
Q
How many army commanders shot/imprisoned
A
14/16
3
Q
How many officers shot/imprisoned
A
35,000
4
Q
How many navy admirals purged?
A
All of them
5
Q
Why was the Red army purged?
A
• Armed forces circulars demoralising effect of collectivisation
—> Size of army cut down to ensure
loyalty
