Show Trials and the Great Purges
Stalin feared the idea of being overthrown
Created the NKVD a group of secret police
Old hero's or any supporters charged with treason
Put on public trial or "show trials" to show they had done it
Created the NKVD a group of secret police
Old hero's or any supporters charged with treason
Put on public trial or "show trials" to show they had done it
Summary
Stalin sensed his power was being questioned so he formed the NKVD to eliminate any threats. Innocent people were charged with treason, and one in five army officers was executed. They were often put on public display to admit their crime, to keep the public in line.