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This Soviet schoolgirl used to poison Nazis (VIDEO)
Gateway to Russia
May 08 2025
History
Zina Portnova pasted up anti-fascist leaflets and poisoned food in a German canteen. Even after being captured, she managed to kill several more Nazis.
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