Question

Who were the Kulaks?​

Answer 1

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Kulak, (Russian: “fist”), in Russian and Soviet history, a wealthy or prosperous peasant, generally characterized as one who owned a relatively large farm and several head of cattle and horses and who was financially capable of employing hired labour and leasing land.

Answer 2

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Kulaks were the rich peasants of Russia. The Bolsheivks raided the homes of the kulaks and seized their goods. It was because they believed that kulaks were exploiting poor peasants and hoarding the grains to earn higher profits.