Connecting the Dots by Thomas Jason Anderson

Connecting the Dots by Thomas Jason Anderson

Part III: The Soviet Use of the Nine-Man Firing Squad: Politics, Power, and Public Impact

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Thomas Jason Anderson
Nov 01, 2024
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Introduction: The Nine-Man Squad in Soviet Political Repression

In the Soviet Union, the firing squad was more than a method of execution—it was a tool of political repression, a performative act aimed at reinforcing the state’s power and sending a chilling message to potential dissenters. Among various firing squad configurations, the nine-man squad sto…

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