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Andrey Mikhaylovich Kulagin

1921 – 1980

Soviet flying ace, Hero of the Soviet Union

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About Andrey Mikhaylovich Kulagin

Lived 1921 – 1980 (aged 58). Andrey Mikhaylovich Kulagin was a Russian flying ace.

Andrey Mikhailovich Kulagin (; 4 September 1921 — 20 August 1980) was a Soviet fighter pilot who became a flying ace during World War II. Awarded the title Hero of the Soviet Union on 1 July 1944 for his initial victories, by the end of the war he totaled 30 solo and five shared shootdowns. After the end of the war he remained in the military, reaching the rank of colonel.

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Important facts

Born
4 September 1921, Staroje Zakružža
Birth century
20th century
Died
20 August 1980, Minsk
Occupation
Flying ace
Nationality
Soviet Union
Education
Gagarin Air Force Academy
Positions held
List of members of the Supreme Soviet of the Byelorussian SSR (1947–1950)
Awards
Medal "For the Victory over Germany in the Great Patriotic War 1941–1945"; Order of the Red Banner; Order of Lenin; Order of the Red Star; Hero of the Soviet Union; Order of the Patriotic War, 1st class; Order of Alexander Nevsky; Medal "Veteran of Labour"; Medal "For the Capture of Königsberg"; Medal "For the Defence of the Caucasus"; Order of the Badge of Honour; Medal "For Battle Merit"
Also known as
Andrey Mikhailovich Kulagin

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Andrey Mikhaylovich Kulagin?

soviet flying ace, Hero of the Soviet Union

When was Andrey Mikhaylovich Kulagin born?

Andrey Mikhaylovich Kulagin was born on 4 September 1921 in Staroje Zakružža.

When did Andrey Mikhaylovich Kulagin die?

Andrey Mikhaylovich Kulagin died on 20 August 1980 in Minsk.

What was Andrey Mikhaylovich Kulagin's occupation?

Andrey Mikhaylovich Kulagin was a flying ace.

What nationality was Andrey Mikhaylovich Kulagin?

Andrey Mikhaylovich Kulagin was Russian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Andrey Mikhaylovich Kulagin

· Wikidata: Q15070723

· DBpedia: Andrey Kulagin

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