General Secretary Collection

A. J. Cook led the Miners and the miners led the strike, c1926, (1938). Arthur James Cook (1883-1931), known as A. J. Cook, was a British trade union leader who was General Secretary of the Miners

Long live the USSR, model of brotherhood among the workers of world nationalities, 1935. Found in the Collection of Russian State Library, Moscow

Valery Chkalov meets with Joseph Stalin. Artist: Anonymous
Valery Chkalov meets with Joseph Stalin. Private Collection

Stalin when part of the Bolshevik underground, 1900 (b/w photo)
2920783 Stalin when part of the Bolshevik underground, 1900 (b/w photo) by Russian Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Warm Greetings to Stalins Disciples, the Brave and Courageous Pilots of Our Motherland, 1937. Private Collection

Monsieur Henri Chardon, General Secretary to the Paris Exhibition, 1900 (b / w photo)
6011071 Monsieur Henri Chardon, General Secretary to the Paris Exhibition, 1900 (b/w photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Monsieur Henri Chardon)

The British Association at Swansea (engraving)
1060206 The British Association at Swansea (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The British Association at Swansea)

The British Association, some Officials at the Dover Meeting (b / w photo)
1043075 The British Association, some Officials at the Dover Meeting (b/w photo) by English photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The British Association)

The Solovki prison camp (SLON), 1927-1928. Found in the collection of Memorial, historical and civil rights society

Joseph Stalin and Nikita Khrushchev, May 1, 1932, 1932. Found in the collection of State Museum of the Political History of Russia, St. Petersburg

The Moscow-Volga Canal is opened, 1937. Found in the Collection of Russian State Library, Moscow

Portrait, 1933. Artist: Klutsis, Gustav (1895-1938)
Portrait, 1933. Private Collection

Concert band of the Solovki prison camp Artist: Anonymous
Concert band of the Solovki prison camp. Found in the collection of State Museum of the Political History of Russia, St. Petersburg

Soviet power does not punish, it corrects (The slogan on the wall of the former Red Corner punishmen Artist: Anonymous)
Soviet power does not punish, it corrects (The slogan on the wall of the former Red Corner punishment cell of GULAG). Found in the collection of State Museum of the Political History of Russia, St

Shock workers of GULAG Artist: Anonymous
Shock workers of GULAG. Found in the collection of State Museum of the Political History of Russia, St. Petersburg

Under the banner of Lenin (Poster), 1931. Artist: Klutsis, Gustav (1895-1938)
Under the banner of Lenin (Poster), 1931. Found in the collection of the State Russian Museum, St. Petersburg

The Reality of our Program is Real People: Its You and Me (Poster), 1931. Artist: Klutsis, Gustav (1895-1938)
The Reality of our Program is Real People: Its You and Me (Poster), 1931. Found in the collection of the State Russian Museum, St. Petersburg

Long live the multi-million-member Leninist Komsomol, 1932. Artist: Klutsis, Gustav (1895-1938)
Long live the multi-million-member Leninist Komsomol, 1932. Found in the collection of the Russian State Library, Moscow

Staff determine every thing. (I. Stalin) (Poster), 1935. Artist: Klutsis, Gustav (1895-1938)
Staff determine every thing. (I. Stalin) (Poster), 1935. Found in the collection of the Russian State Library, Moscow

Lenin and Stalin, 1938. Artist: Shestopalov, Nikolay Ivanovich (1875-?)
Lenin and Stalin, 1938. Found in the collection of the State Museum- and exhibition Centre ROSIZO, Moscow

Portrait of Joseph Stalin (1879-1953), 1922. Artist: Andreev, Nikolai Andreevich (1873-1932)
Portrait of Joseph Stalin (1879-1953), 1922. Found in the collection of the State Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow

Stalin and Lenin. August 1922, 1922
Stalin and Lenin. August 1922

May Day on Lenins Mausoleum Tribune, 1953
May Day on Lenins Mausoleum Tribune

LEONID BREZHNEV (1906-1982). Soviet political leader. Caricature by Edmund Valtman, c1968

JOHN R. MOTT (1865-1955). American Methodist leader. Mott being awarded the Army Distinguished Service Medal for his service as General Secretary of the National War Work Council of the YMCA during

Secretarial typing work, USA, 1901 C016 / 8997
Secretarial typing work. Typewriter (right) being used to type out a document that is being read out at left. The man at left is P. A. Gaine, General Secretary of the organisation

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The role of a general secretary has been pivotal in various historical events and organizations throughout the years. A. J. Cook, a prominent figure, led the Miners during the 1926 strike, demonstrating how influential a they are be in mobilizing workers for their rights. Similarly, Stalin's involvement in the Bolshevik underground movement in 1900 showcases his early days as a future leader. In another context, Valery Chkalov's meeting with Joseph Stalin highlights the significance of a general secretary's interactions with key figures. The anonymous artist captures this momentous occasion that symbolizes unity and strength within their motherland. Monsieur Henri Chardon served as General Secretary to the Paris Exhibition in 1900, emphasizing how this position extends beyond political spheres into other domains such as exhibitions and cultural events. The British Association at Swansea engraving depicts officials gathered together, underscoring the collaborative nature of such associations where a general secretary plays an essential role in coordinating efforts towards common goals. Long live the USSR. This slogan from 1935 exemplifies how a they are inspire loyalty and camaraderie among workers from different nationalities by fostering brotherhood and solidarity. The Solovki prison camp photo reminds us that even within oppressive systems like prisons or labor camps, there is often someone serving as a general secretary who manages day-to-day operations while navigating challenging circumstances. Joseph Stalin alongside Nikita Khrushchev on May Day 1932 illustrates how successors are chosen over time but continue to uphold their duties as general secretaries to maintain stability and continuity within organizations or governments. The opening of Moscow-Volga Canal in 1937 signifies achievements under strong leadership; here again we see how crucial it is for a capable individual to hold the position to oversee ambitious projects successfully. Lastly, Klutsis' portrait from 1933 immortalizes an artist capturing not only physical appearances but also embodying the spirit of a general secretary, representing their dedication and commitment to their cause.