Nikolai Bulganin

ModernPoliticianRussia1895 — 1975

Soviet premier under Khrushchev.

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Quick Facts

Born

1895

Died

1975

Country

Russia

Era

Modern

Occupation

Politician

Score Overview

Military (10%)31

Political (20%)68

Influence (20%)67

Legacy (20%)52

Leadership (15%)78

Strategy (15%)35

Total Score57.4

Nikolai Bulganin — Complete Timeline

1955 AD

Appointment as Premier of the Soviet UnionPolitical Action◆ Major

Bulganin succeeded Malenkov as Chairman of the Council of Ministers (Premier) in February 1955. He served as a figurehead leader while Khrushchev held real power, representing the Soviet Union in diplomatic engagements during the early Cold War.

Soviet LeadershipAppointmentCold War

Impact: national

1956 AD

Role in the Hungarian Revolution of 1956Political Action◆ Major

As Premier, Bulganin supported the Soviet decision to crush the Hungarian Revolution in November 1956. He authorized the military intervention that suppressed the uprising, resulting in thousands of deaths and the installation of a pro-Soviet government.

Cold WarHungarian RevolutionIntervention

Impact: regionaldestructive

1958 AD

Removal from Power and ExpulsionPolitical Action◆ Major

Bulganin was removed from the premiership in March 1958 and replaced by Khrushchev. He was later expelled from the Communist Party in 1961 for his involvement in the 'Anti-Party Group' that opposed Khrushchev, ending his political career.

Power StruggleKhrushchevExpulsion

Impact: nationaldestructive