How Did Lenin Use The Manipulation Of Stalin's Rise To Power

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A major factor which played a crucial part in Stalin’s rise to power was his skill of manipulation. He used this in many instances. He used it to befriend other in power positions to help him get rid of Trotsky by constantly attacking him in speeches and making him look bad. Lenin was especially aware of Stalin and could tell there was something wrong with him. This led to Lenin writing the ‘Lenin Testament’ which advised his government officials that Stalin should not take power because he met do harm to the country or those around him and they should be cautious. However Stalin used his manipulation to support this testament. Like lying to Trotsky about the date of the funeral and Trotsky not being there helped Stalin gain popularity. Also