Head of Soviet secret police, 1938-53 Crossword Clue
5 letters · New York Times · Saturday, May 9, 1998 · 49-Down
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Saturday, May 9, 1998.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · May 9, 1998 · 49-Down · 5 letters
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Soviet chief of secret police under Joseph Stalin; was executed by his associates in the power struggle following Stalin's death (1899-1953)
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