Vladimir Putin's rise to power can be traced back to his stark childhood in Leningrad, marked by war and loss. Born in 1952, he grew up in an atmosphere of post-war destitution; his family's struggles, including the deaths of two siblings, informed his survivalist mentality. As he navigated youth marked by physical challenges, Putin turned to sports, notably judo, and fostered key friendships, like that with Arkady Rotenberg. This upbringing nurtured his views on resistance and strength, underlying his aggressive tactics in politics and defining his current leadership style, where he feels perpetually cornered.
Putin's childhood of survival in Leningrad taught him resilience, driving his belief in the necessity of strength and resistance in both life and politics.
Having faced adversity from a young age, Putin's experiences shape his worldview, whereby he identifies with underdogs and believes in preemptively securing power.
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