What was notable about Chernenko's ascension to power?
First non-Russian
Youngest leader
He was very ill
Won in an election
Answer
**Chernenko's rise to power was marked by his poor health, which was noticeable and a topic of public concern. Despite this, he was chosen as the General Secretary of the Communist Party of the Soviet Union due to his loyalty to the party and his support from powerful figures within the Soviet leadership.**
The Iron Curtain Chronicles: Unraveling Konstantin Chernenko's Reign
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