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

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.

  • Srinath Mohan Iyer
Srinath Mohan Iyer Feb 29, 2020 • 7 min read
It was Church versus Socialism in Roy’s Mexico
Opinion

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.

  • Srinath Mohan Iyer
Srinath Mohan Iyer Feb 29, 2020 • 3 min read
MN Roy: How Rasgolla Delivered India Its First Communist
Politics

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?

  • Srinath Mohan Iyer
Srinath Mohan Iyer Jan 11, 2020 • 5 min read
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