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Leon Trotsky Assassination

Season 1, Ep. 34
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In the summer of nineteen forty, Mexico City buzzed with the energy of artists, thinkers, and revolutionaries. This vibrant hub welcomed exiles from the chaos of Europe, including one notable figure, Leon Trotsky. Trotsky, a key architect of the Russian Revolution, now found himself living in Coyoacán. This quiet suburb was a sanctuary, a lush escape from the turmoil that had defined his life. Yet, safety remained a fragile illusion. Trotsky's vocal opposition to Joseph Stalin had painted a target on his back. Aurelius and Malik take on this case in full — 5 chapters, 32 minutes, one complete story. Learn more at: https://theclassifiedarchive.com/classified/trotsky-assassination

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