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The curious case of the Czar’s missing jewels and Roy’s Communist baptism by fire

The curious case of the Czar’s missing jewels and Roy’s Communist baptism by fire

With all the diplomatic aveneues shut for them, the Bolsheviks decided to sell the Czarist jewels they had appropriated during the revolution. To sell the jewels and fund the trade delegation, the jewels first had to be smuggled into America.

It was Church versus Socialism in Roy’s Mexico

It was Church versus Socialism in Roy’s Mexico

The Constitution of the short-lived Spanish Republic for the first time enfranchised the women in a European Catholic country. They promptly exercised their democratic right by voting for the restoration of the monarchy.

MN Roy: How Rasgolla Delivered India Its First Communist

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MN Roy: How Rasgolla Delivered India Its First Communist

Odisha and Bengal's fight for Rasgolla rights is legendary. Now, who would have thought that a sweet dish would leave such a bitter aftertaste! But, did you know that Rasgolla played an important role in shaping India's revolutionary movement, and also transforming Naren into an ardent communist?