# Alexander Shliapnikov — Ten Days That Shook the World character guide

> Alexander Shliapnikov in Ten Days That Shook the World by John Reed.

**Role:** supporting

**Also known as:** Shliapnikov, Alexander Shliapnikov

**First appearance:** 0011-i-background

## Who they are

Bolshevik leader and Commissar for Labor, Shliapnikov moves through the revolution's cramped trains and crowded halls as one of its organisers.

## In the story

### [VII: The Revolutionary Front](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ten_days_that_shook_the_world_se/chapters/vii-the-revolutionary-front)

As Commissar of Labour, commands ministry employees to return within twenty-four hours or lose their positions; only door-servants respond.

### [XI: The Conquest of Power](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ten_days_that_shook_the_world_se/chapters/xi-the-conquest-of-power)

Shliapnikov attempts to take possession of the Ministry of Labour but faces a strike and sabotage by employees.

### [Appendix to Chapter VIII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ten_days_that_shook_the_world_se/chapters/appendix-to-chapter-viii)

Announced the decree on social insurance as People's Commissar of Labour.

### [Acts of the Council of People’s Commissars](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ten_days_that_shook_the_world_se/chapters/3-acts-of-the-council-of-people-s-commissars)

As People's Commissar of Labour, Shliapnikov signs the decree on social insurance, promising comprehensive coverage for workers and the poor.

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