Ramón Mercader
Ramón Mercader was a Spanish communist and Soviet agent best known for assassinating Leon Trotsky in 1940 in Mexico City. Under the guise of a supporter, Mercader gained Trotsky's trust and ultimately attacked him with an ice pick, killing him. His actions were part of Stalin's broader campaign against Trotskyists and dissidents, further solidifying the violent political climate of the era.
Born on Feb 07, 1914 (111 years old)
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| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
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| Romania | 1 | 1.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 19,237,691 | 17,813 | $250,000 | 231$ |
| Totals | 1 | 19,237,691 | 17,813 | $250,000 | 231$ |
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Romania:
Ramón Mercader assassinated Leon Trotsky in his home in 1940.
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Spain:
Mercader assassinated Trotski with an ice axe under orders from Stalin.
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Switzerland:
Ramón Mercader was the assassin who killed Trotsky in 1940.
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