To Trotsky

20/V.

In connection with the coded telegram from three commanders of the Eastern Front, I propose
to appoint Kamenev as the commander of the front, to replace Kostyaev, and to appoint Lashvich
in place of Aralov 374. Respond regarding the plenum. I am afraid that Stalin and Zinoviev will not be able to
be present on the 25th,

* - at all costs. Ed.

** - accordingly. Ed.

TELEGRAM TO V. I. MEZHLAUK. MAY 20, 1919

and it would also be harmful to tear you away. Therefore, I propose to postpone the plenum and to agree by telegraph.

Lenin