The Assassination of Leon Trotsky: The Fall of a Revolutionary

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In this compelling episode of "Crime Classics," Thomas Hyland, the insightful connoisseur of crime, student of violence, and teller of murders, presents the chilling tale of "The Assassination of Leon Trotsky." This episode delves into the life and death of one of history’s most influential revolutionaries, Leon Trotsky, whose tumultuous journey from Russian exile to his final days in Mexico City ended in a brutal assassination.

Leon Trotsky, born in Russia in 1879, was a fervent revolutionist who found inspiration in the writings of Karl Marx. His life was marked by a series of exiles as he spread his doctrine of world revolution across Europe. It was in London that he met Lenin, forming a lasting and dangerous conspiracy that would shape the course of history. Despite his relentless pursuit of revolution, Trotsky’s life was cut short by an assassin’s hand in 1940, a murder that shocked the world.

Writers Morton Fine and David Friedkin masterfully adapt original court reports and newspaper accounts, bringing to life the intricate details of this historical assassination. With performances by Charles Calvert, Irene Tedrow, and Melitza Milow, and under the direction of Elliott Lewis, this episode captures the tension and drama of Trotsky’s final days.

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Join us as we explore the life, ideals, and tragic end of Leon Trotsky in this gripping episode of "Crime Classics."