Vladimir Lenin

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  Lev Kamenev

  Collaborated · 1917

  Lev Kamenev and Vladimir Lenin collaborated closely during the October Revolution, playing key roles in the Bolshevik seizure of power in Russia.

  “We should understand that the October Revolution has completely altered the world.”

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  Karl Marx

  Influenced · 1867

  Vladimir Lenin was heavily influenced by Marx's work, particularly by 'Das Kapital' and the theory of class struggle, which shaped his approach to revolution in Russia. Lenin later adapted Marx's ideas to the specific conditions of Russia, leading to the establishment of a socialist state.

  “We are not afraid of the word 'revolution'...”

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  Russian Soviet Federative Socialist Republic

  Mentored · 1917

  Vladimir Lenin was a key figure in the establishment and leadership of the Russian Soviet Federative Socialist Republic after the October Revolution of 1917. He functioned as a mentor and leader to the Bolshevik party during its rise to power.

  “Without a revolutionary theory there cannot be a revolutionary movement.”

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  Friedrich Engels

  Influenced · 1892

  Engels was a significant influence on Vladimir Lenin, particularly through his writings on socialism and the state, as well as his collaborations with Marx, which formed the basis of Lenin's revolutionary practices.

  “Without Engels, there would be no Marxism.”

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  Simone de Beauvoir

  Influenced · 1949

  Simone de Beauvoir's existentialist philosophy was influenced by the revolutionary ideas of Vladimir Lenin, particularly concerning the role of the individual in social movements, as she explored in 'The Second Sex'.

  “Freedom is a constantly acquired and won experience.”

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  Jean-Paul Sartre

  Influenced · 1960

  Sartre was influenced by Vladimir Lenin's theories on revolution and power, especially during the Cold War era when he explored political activism. He expressed admiration for Lenin’s commitment to revolutionary change.

  “Lenin was a man of action and the theory that inspired him was always deeply human.”

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