Vladimir Illich

politician

Vladimir Illich, commonly known as Vladimir Lenin, was a Russian revolutionary leader and the principal architect of the October Revolution in 1917, which led to the establishment of a communist government in Russia. As a key figure in the Bolshevik movement, Lenin's ideas and writings laid the groundwork for the Soviet state and influenced communist movements worldwide. His theory of the state and revolution emphasized the role of the proletariat and the necessity of a vanguard party to lead the working class. Lenin's governance was marked by significant social and economic changes, as well as the suppression of political opposition, and he remains a controversial figure in modern history.

Born on Apr 22, 1870 (155 years old)