Struggle in Soviet Russia

Victor knew very well in his heart that the things stated in Comrade Ogolitsov's letter could not be fully believed, but the main content should be unadulterated. Those who came out should indeed be the ones requested by Comrade Kuznetsov to be released.

However, the reason why Comrade Kuznetsov wanted to release these Germans was, on the one hand, because he was actively promoting the relations between the Union and Western countries, and on the other hand, it was probably because he I don't know how important these Germans are to the alliance.

In the letter, Comrade Ogoltsov said that he tried his best to dissuade Comrade Kuznetsov, but the other party was stubborn and did not accept his opinion. However, in Victor's view, Comrade Ogolitsov himself had no regard for these Germans. I'm afraid he didn't have a specific understanding of the importance of it. How could he have persuaded Kuznetsov?

Take Konrad Zuse as an example, Victor knew what this person's role was, and also knew how important the "Plankalkul" programming language he had completed was, so he specifically issued an order at the beginning, Get this guy from Switzerland to the Union. And what about Comrade Ogoltsov? As Victor's successor, he only knew that Konrad Zuse designed a computer, but this computer lags behind the computer independently developed by the Alliance in terms of concept and technology. As for the importance of "Plankalkul", he Without the slightest understanding, perhaps in his opinion, this is a tactic used to play chess?

So, what reason does he have to dissuade Comrade Kuznetsov and tell people that people like Konrad Zuse cannot be released? How could Comrade Kuznetsov listen to him if he could not give a reasonable reason?

From this point of view, if we think about this issue, it is not only the People's Commissariat of National Security who is in charge of the affairs of these German experts, but also the special committee and the Science and Technology Evaluation Committee headed by Comrade Malenkov. They also bear certain management responsibilities. , Comrade Kuznetsov wants to release these people on the roster, with the permission of Comrade Malenkov? As the secretary in charge of national security work, he may be able to persuade Comrade Ogolitsov, but as the secretary of the Central Secretariat and the secretary in charge of cadre work, Comrade Malenkov will probably not listen to him.

Throwing the letter in his hand onto the coffee table in front of him, Victor glanced at the phone on the coffee table, hesitated for a moment, and finally leaned over and carried the phone to his hand.

Just as he shook the handle, Sophia came in from the outside with a tray containing a cup of steaming coffee.

Victor shook the handset and connected the line, but when he picked up the receiver and was about to put it to his ear, he seemed to think of something again, and put the receiver back directly.

"What's the matter?" Sophia put the tray in front of him, looked at the phone that had just been hung up, and asked curiously.

"It's nothing," Victor shook his head, pushed the letter to Sofia, and said, "Look, this is a letter from Ogolicsov, complaining to me."

Sophia tilted her head and glanced at the letter, then she reached out and took it, and read it carefully.

"Comrade Alexey Alexanderrovich is obviously dissatisfied with the work of the People's Commissariat of State Security," Sofia smiled and said after reading the letter as quickly as possible, "Comrade Ogoltsov is only affected by Some calamity."

Her remarks are easy to understand. In fact, as early as a year ago, when Comrade Zhdanov had just returned to Moscow, he had already mentioned to Comrade Stalin that Comrade Kuznetsov should be the central government responsible for national security work. Secretary of the Secretariat. At that time, some unpleasantness also happened between Comrade Zhdanov and Viktor.

Later, Comrade Stalin did not veto Comrade Zhdanov's proposal, but the relevant appointments were never issued. After a long time, Comrade Zhdanov naturally understood Comrade Stalin's intentions. There is no doubt that the leader comrade He has enough trust in Victor, so he doesn't want to make an extra effort to add a dispensable secretary of the Central Secretariat between himself and Victor.

To be honest, although Victor can't interfere with this kind of personnel appointment, Comrade Kuznetsov, who has never been able to ascend to the top, will definitely take anger on him. He is equivalent to blocking the way of promotion.

Now, Viktor has finally been transferred from the People's Commissariat of State Security, and Comrade Kuznetsov has also entered the Secretariat of the Central Committee. He has been killed, and therefore, Comrade Ogoltsov can only bear the blame.

"That's not the problem with this letter," Victor said, shaking his head, picking up the cup of coffee from the tray, blowing it to his mouth, feeling too hot, and putting it back on the coffee table.

Sophia looked at the letter again, and then she threw the letter on the coffee table and said, "My advice is to ignore him."

After a pause, she continued: "When you recommended Ogoltsov to be the chairman of the People's Commissariat of State Security, you were just showing goodwill to Comrade Beria. Now, Ogoltsov is already sitting in that position, and you too He has fulfilled his promise, as for whether he can sit firmly in that position, it depends on his own ability, you can't and have no obligation to continue to help him."

Victor nodded slightly, the fact that this letter could be sent to him is enough to explain the problem. As I said before, Comrade Kuznetsov wanted to release the Germans on the roster, but he could not do it with a single word. He not only needed the approval of Comrade Malenkov, but also consulted the Soviet Union. The opinion of Comrade Sergei Ivanovich Vavilov, President of the Academy of Sciences, is indispensable.

Now, as Beria's cronies, Ogolitsov did not look for his old superiors, nor did he look for Comrade Malenkov, but sent the letter directly to Viktor. What does this mean?

There is no doubt that this kind of thing, whether Malenkov or Beria, can’t be unaware. Even if they don’t make a statement, but acquiesce to Ogolitsov to ask Viktor for help, then they must have formed a consensus. , that is: they all hope that Victor can intervene and intervene in this dispute, so as to contain Kuznetsov.

Taking a deeper look, Victor even has reason to believe that the reason why Ogoltsov wrote this letter to him must have been inspired by Beria. After all, Kuznetsov served as secretary of the Central Secretariat. , poses the greatest threat to him.

Comrade Beria's basic foundation in the alliance's political structure is the state security department, or to be more precise, the NKVD. Of course, with Ogolitsov replacing Viktor as chairman of the National Security People's Commissariat. Position, Comrade Beria's influence on the People's Commissariat of National Security has also risen rapidly.

But with Kuznetsov taking up his current position, Comrade Beria's life will definitely not be easy. In comparison, he can only be regarded as the former leader of the national security department. The control of the commissariat comes from his cronies, and Comrade Kuznetsov is the current leader of the national security department. He may not have as much control over the two major security departments as Comrade Beria, but he is always ready. Adjustments can be made to break the old situation.

Now, Kuznetsov is rectifying the People's Commissariat of State Security, and it is only Ogolitsov who is uncomfortable. In the next step, he will definitely move the People's Commissariat of Internal Affairs. At that time, it will not only be uncomfortable. A Merkulov, and Beria himself. Therefore, it is impossible for Comrade Beria to do nothing and wait for others to bully him.

In Viktor's view, if nothing else, Comrade Beria will definitely take action against Kuznetsov in the recent period, and this letter written by Ogolicsov is an invitation letter. He, the former chairman of the People's Commissariat of State Security, together attacked Kuznetsov.

Victor could guess the thoughts of Beria and the others, but to be honest, he really didn't want to get involved. How should I put it, he felt that there was something wrong with Comrade Beria's thoughts.

Humans are also animals, so it is normal to have a sense of territory, but on the road to politics, this sense of territory is absolutely essential. Just like Viktor, the People's Commissariat for National Security was created by himself, and he has spent a lot of effort in its development in the past few years. As he was transferred from this department, his influence has not completely dissipated, and some of the people he promoted at the beginning are still passing news for him.

But having said that, Viktor's influence on the People's Commissariat of National Security is just that. He can't intervene, and he won't interfere, whether it's decisions within the committee or personnel appointments. Then the People's Commissariat of State Security is regarded as its own one-third of an acre, and no matter what decisions Ogolitsov makes, it must be approved by him.

But Comrade Beria is different. He has absolute control over the NKVD. As the current chairman of the NKVD, Merkulov is just his puppet, and this is what Comrade Stalin has always distrusted. his root cause.

Victor is very aware of Comrade Beria's style and manners, so he really doesn't want to get too close to this guy, let alone charge for this guy.