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Totalitarianism is a system of government that controls all or most aspects of its society. It harshly controls political structure, and values and beliefs of of the population. It makes sure that every aspect of an individual's existence is directed towards the state's goals. Totalitarianism systems require great internal control and if an person does not help or tries to fight the government would be treated harshly or killed.

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Stalin greatly influenced both Russia and the entire world during his reign. His main goal while he was under power was to transform Russia from a farm based society to an industrial powerhouse. In an effort to complete this goal, he implemented a controlled economy and collectivization of agriculture. This created a food shortage which starved millions. Stalin also created a system of forced labor camps called gulags. He used these to enslave anyone who opposed him. Finally, Stalin invaded many countries such as Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania as well as played a major part in taking down Germany in World War 1. In summation, we think that while Stalin did have a few beneficial impacts, his bad actions far out way his good ones.

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Forced collection of agriculture caused widespread famine.

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As a young child Joseph Stalin had went through many hardships which ultimately led him to be the leader that he was. Stalin grew up in poverty and had an alcoholic father that abused him from a young age. In addition, he contracted chicken pox which left his face permanently scarred and his arm deformed. Joseph excelled in school but then left in 1988. Then, in 1901, he joined the Social Democratic Labor Party and worked full-time for the revolutionary movement.

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In his 20's, Joseph looked like Zayn Malik from One Direction.

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Stalin's main goal was to transform Russia into an industrial  superpower.

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Stalin issued forced labor camps called Gulags for political prisoners.

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Joseph Stalin was the totalitarian leader that governed Russia during World War II.

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Map of Russia under Stalin's control

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Stalin used propaganda such as this poster to gain popularity and support.