Nikita Khrushchev

Nikita Khrushchev was a communist politician and the effective head-of-state of the Soviet Union from March 14, 1953 until his removal from power on October 14, 1964.

X-Men: First Class
After being coerced by the Hellfire Club, the Russian General is later seen advocating to Khrushchev for the need to place missiles into Cuba to counteract the United States. Khrushchev agrees, and the general orders a fleet to protect any Russian cargo ships carrying missiles bound for Cuba.

Relationships

 * Russian General - Subordinate

Trivia

 * In the film, Khrushchev is not mentioned by name. He is only referred to as "Comrade First Secretary" by the Russian General.
 * In addition to the uncredited actor portraying Khrushchev, historical footage of the real Nikita Khrushchev is used in First Class.