Suslov's death in 1982 is viewed as what event?
The end of the Cold War
Arbitrary event
Beginning of the battle to succeed Leonid Brezhnev
Declaration of WWIII
Answer
Suslov's death in 1982 was viewed as the beginning of the battle to succeed Leonid Brezhnev. Brezhnev had been in power for almost 18 years, and there was no clear successor in place. This led to a power struggle among the various factions within the Soviet leadership.
Mikhail Suslov: The Architect of Soviet Power
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Suslov was a full-time teacher before he pursued politics. True or false?
During WWII, Suslov took an official break from politics. True or false?
Suslov was a member of the Central Committee's Orbguro. True or false?
After Stalin's death, Suslov was immediately elevated to a more influential position. True or false?
After Khrushchev's ousting, Suslov supported the reestablishment of one-man rule. True or false?
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