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Uncover the hidden financial secrets of the Russian Revolution with History's Greatest Heist: The Looting of Russia by the Bolsheviks. Published by Yale University Press, this work by Sean McMeekin addresses a long-standing mystery: how the Bolsheviks maintained control during five years of civil war despite massive economic ruin and constant opposition. Through deep research into previously undiscovered materials from the Soviet Ministry of Finance along with European and American archives, this book exposes the dark reality of Russia's early communist era. You will learn how the Bolsheviks managed to finance their aggression and sustain their power through unexpected means. This historical study is essential for readers interested in world history, revolutions, and the true origins of the Soviet state. By building on fresh archival revelations, McMeekin provides a clear look at the economic maneuvers that shaped one of the most significant periods in modern history.

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Explores the central mystery of how the Bolsheviks stayed in power during five years of civil war.

Utilizes previously undiscovered materials from the Soviet Ministry of Finance and international archives.

Provides a deep look into the financial methods used by early communist leaders to fund their aggression.

Written by Sean McMeekin using research from European and American historical archives.

Offers new insights into the economic history and dark secrets of the Russian Revolution era.

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Amazon UK
Release Date
01 January 2009
Listed Since
07 May 2008

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