The Secret Speech Flashcards
(5 cards)
1
Q
What was the secret speech?
A
Khrushchevs criticisms and denunciation of Stalin at the 20th party congress
2
Q
What did Khrushchev criticise?
A
Stalins terror and paranoia
3
Q
Who was the anti party group?
A
Those who wanted khrushev removed from party after the SS
—> Malenkov and Molotov
4
Q
How did Khrushchev remain in the party?
A
Packed the party full of his supporters
—> 50% regional party secs
—> 44% central committee
5
Q
What happened to the Anti party group?
A
Molotov and Malenkov send to Mongolia and put in charge of electricity
