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Nikita was born
He was born in Kalinovka, Ukraine. -
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Krushchev thaw
This is the period of time where Russia experienced more freedom after Stalin died and Krushchev took control.
Stalin and Krushchev
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Nikita becomes leader
He becomes the First Secretary of the U.S.S.R., instead of Malenkov. He had gained control of the party machinery, giving him the upper hand to take the position of leadership. One of his first commands as leader of the U.S.S.R. was to execute one of Stalin's former supporters. -
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Nikita visits the United States
Krushchev went to the United States, including Disneyworld, but was denied entrance due to his communist affiliations. -
Nikita ceases to be the leader
Due to his failure to gain an advantage over the U.S. in the Cuban conflict, the Central Committee removed Krushchev from power. His removal wasn't a major issue, so he was able to peaceably live in Moscow for the remaining years of his life. -
Nikita dies
He died from natural causes.
