Kaganovich.

I consider Rozengolts's directive regarding exports to Italy too moderate. A point must be added with the threat that, should our demands not be met, we will cease placing orders and will reduce exports from Italy. Regarding exemption from the Red Army draft, I have no objection.

Stalin

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Source: Stalin and Kaganovich: Correspondence, 1931-1936, p. 69.

RGASPI. F. 558. Op. 11. D. 76. L. 43.