Lazar Kaganovich

1893 - 1991

Lazar Kaganovich

Soviet politician.

Was Lazar Kaganovich Jewish?
Yes, Lazar Kaganovich was Jewish.
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Kaganovich played a significant role in Stalin's rise to power, and was known for his harsh treatment of those deemed threats to Stalin’s regime.

• During World War II, he was commissar of two Caucasian fronts.

• Following the end of the war, Kaganovich was made Deputy Head of the Soviet government.

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Journalist Reports Death of Kaganovitch, Jew Who Was Top Stalin Aide - Jewish Telegraphic Agency
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1963
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Stalinism Subject Archive: Notable Figures
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To Comrade Kaganovich and the Other Members of the Political Bureau of the Central Committee, Ukraine C.P.(B.)
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