Antanas Sniečkus
Antanas Sniečkus was a prominent Lithuanian communist politician who served as the First Secretary of the Lithuanian Communist Party from 1940 until his death in 1974. He played a significant role during the Soviet occupation of Lithuania, overseeing the implementation of Soviet policies and contributing to the suppression of dissent. His leadership was marked by efforts to integrate Lithuania into the Soviet Union, and his legacy remains controversial due to the association with the repressive measures taken against those who opposed Soviet rule. Sniečkus is often remembered for his role in shaping post-war Lithuania under Soviet control.
Born on Jan 01, 1903 (122 years old)
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Antanas Sniečkus is referred to as the leader of the Lithuanian communists buried at the cemetery.
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