V. I.

Lenin

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TELEGRAM TO G. Y. ZINOVIEV

18. IV. 1919

Zinoviev
Smolny
Petrograd

I have received your telegram about the Petrograd workers’ enthusiastic response to the
mobilisation. [1] Today I had a detailed report from the Commander-in-Chief, and
I see clearly that unfaltering exertions and extreme speed
are essential. Take advantage of Kalinin’s presence to step
up and accelerate dispatch of troops from Petrograd. If
you can, send more also with Kalinin.

Lenin