Yuri Andropov
Yuri Andropov was a prominent Soviet politician who served as the General Secretary of the Communist Party of the Soviet Union from 1982 until his death in 1984. His leadership was marked by attempts to reform the Soviet economy and a focus on improving relations with the West, although his tenure was also characterized by increased tensions during the Cold War. Andropov's time in power coincided with significant global events, including the nuclear crisis that influenced Stanislaw Petrow's fateful decision.
Born on Jun 15, 1914 (110 years old)
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| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Switzerland | 1 | 4.00 | 0.07% | +0% | 8,654,622 | 6,112 | $700,000 | 494$ |
| Totals | 1 | 8,654,622 | 6,112 | $700,000 | 494$ |
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Yuri Andropov was the General Secretary of the Communist Party after Brezhnev's death.
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