Telegram to J. V. Stalin (October 29, 1920)

Written 29 October, 1920 · First published 1942 Published according to the manuscript · page 362 · Translated by Julius Katzer

To Stalin, Member of the Revolutionary Military Council of the Republic, Baku
(wherever he may be)

29.10

I consider it beyond doubt that Georgia will hand Batum over to the Entente, probably secretly, and that the Entente will march on Baku. Study the matter and take urgent steps to fortify the land and sea approaches to Baku, and to bring up heavy artillery, etc. Communicate your decisions.

Lenin