The Great Purge

<Tab/>The period during the 1930s, often called the Great Purge, is an extremely controversial, complex subject. The events that occurred between during this time period resulted in the total destruction of the Leninist Party. Ultimately, Joseph Stalin executed millions of Russians in order to pursue his ideal government: "A military camp where unanimity and subservience to the Leader reigned". However, while his actions and his demands were without a doubt …

…There was no one cause for the mass repression in the Soviet Union. Scholars and historians will argue over viewpoints, but ultimately, no one will know for certain exactly why Stalin did what he did. However, understanding the most important factors, such as his mental health, his political ideologies, and his extreme desire to modernize and industrialize a 'backwards' Russia is vital in order to unravel the mystery behind one of the world's greatest tyrants.