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Stalin reigned USSR 1929 - 1953
658,863 views Nov 21, 2022 COLORADO
Recognized as the notorious leader of the Soviet Union (USSR), Joseph Stalin was best known for his ruthless dictatorship, contributing to the significant transformation of the Soviet Union during his reign.
However, in this video, we wouldn’t talk about how the Soviet Union was transformed under the rule of Stalin but about the sad lives of Stalin’s children: Yakov Dzhugashvili, Vasily Stalin, and Svetlana Alliluyeva.
Were Stalin’s descendants happy and proud of their father? Did they have a dream life under the surname of Stalin?
This video presents little-known stories about Stalin’s children. Check out now!
Chapter:
00:00 Introduction
01:00 Yakov Dzhugashvili (Son)
04:25 Vasily Stalin (Son)
07:23 Svetlana Alliluyeva (Daughter)
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Joseph Stalin was the leader of the Soviet Union during the Second World War. He oversaw the defeat of Adolf Hitler and Nazi Germany, and was victorious at the end of the conflict. However, the Soviet Red Army faced a huge amount of losses during World War 2, with millions killed in some of the worst fighting ever seen on earth.
The Battle of Stalingrad for example, was one of the most brutal battles ever seen in history, however, one casualty of the war was Stalin's own son, Yakov Dzhugashvili. Yakov Dzhugashvili was Stalin's eldest son, and he lived a rather tragic life. His aunt raised him after his mother passed away when he was a young child, and his father was not particularly involved.
Eventually, he lived with him, before going to university before the Second World War broke out. He was rather senior in the leadership of an artillery regiment, however, within a month of the Germans invading the Soviet Union during Operation Barbarossa, he was captured. His capture was a huge victory for the Nazis, who used this in propaganda, but Stalin was disgraced by his son's capture. He believed he should have died rather than been captured.
Yakov was then transferred to Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp. Whilst here, he argued with British prisoners, and, at some point, was killed inside of the camp. There are different accounts of his death, however, today we look at, 'The BRUTAL Execution Of Stalin's Son - Yakov Dzhugashvili.' Thanks for watching! Support the channel by subscribing, liking, and sharing. Follow me on Twitter: / theuntoldpast
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"斯大林长子雅科夫为何参军、为何德军对他的优待反而促发了他出于特殊原因的自杀, 以及斯大林在其子被俘及交换战俘问题上的无奈和精明算计。"
This statement discusses several points about Yakov Dzhugashvili, the eldest son of Joseph Stalin:
Origin of His Name: Yakov Dzhugashvili was born Yakov Iosifovich Dzhugashvili, taking the family name of his father, Joseph Stalin (originally named Ioseb Besarionis dze Jughashvili). Yakov was Stalin's son from his first marriage to Ekaterina Svanidze.
Why He Joined the Army: Yakov joined the Red Army and served as an artillery officer. His decision to join the military was likely influenced by a sense of duty and patriotism, as well as the expectations placed upon him as Stalin's son.
Treatment by the Germans and His Death: Yakov was captured by German forces during World War II. Initially, the Germans treated him with a certain level of respect, possibly hoping to use him as a bargaining chip. However, Yakov's captivity led to severe psychological distress. The exact circumstances of his death are debated, but it is widely believed that he committed suicide by running into an electric fence in the Sachsenhausen concentration camp. This act may have been driven by a combination of despair, shame, and the harsh realities of being a high-profile prisoner of war.
Stalin's Reaction to His Capture and Exchange: Stalin's reaction to Yakov's capture was complex. Despite being offered the opportunity to exchange Yakov for a high-ranking German officer, Stalin refused, reportedly saying, "I do not trade a soldier for a Field Marshal." This decision reflects Stalin's rigid stance on wartime policies and the image he wanted to project as a leader who did not show favoritism, even towards his own family.
The interplay of these elements—Yakov's military service, his treatment by the Germans, his tragic death, and Stalin's calculated response—paints a picture of the intense personal and political pressures faced by those close to Stalin during a tumultuous period in history.
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