V. I.

Lenin

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To:   THE DUTCH COMMUNISTS [1]

14. X. 1919

Dear Friends, I send you best greetings. Our position is very difficult
owing to the offensive of 14 states. We are making the greatest efforts. The communist movement in all countries is
growing remarkably. The Soviet system has everywhere become a practical slogan for the working masses. This
is a step forward of tremendous world-historic significance.

The victory of the international proletarian revolution,
despite everything, is inevitable.

Yours,
N. Lenin

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