Person    | Male  Born 21/11/1870  Died 28/6/1936

Alexander Berkman

Categories: Politics & Administration

Countries: France, Russia, USA

Leading anarchist known for his political activism and writing. Born Russia, emigrated to America.  Lover and life-long friend of Emma Goldman.  The pair were deported to Russia for their anarchist activities.  He went on to live in France where he died by suicide.

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Col. Richard Deane

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