That resistance didn't last long. They spent the next 10 years stealing gold from every country that was invaded or chasing it before the gold was moved out. For example, Spain put their gold in Russia's hands for safekeeping, and Stalin said thank you very much, idiots. Gold was critical for the central banks and, more importantly, for buying critical supplies and armament.
That resistance didn't last long. They spent the next 10 years stealing gold from every country that was invaded or chasing it before the gold was moved out. For example, Spain put their gold in Russia's hands for safekeeping, and Stalin said thank you very much, idiots. Gold was critical for the central banks and, more importantly, for buying critical supplies and armament.