About Ilya Shmelyov
Lived 1917 – 1979 (aged 62). Ilya Shmelyov was a Russian military officer.
Ilya Vasilyevich Shmelyov (; — 25 December 1979) was a Soviet fighter pilot during World War II. Awarded the title Hero of the Soviet Union on 23 August 1943 for his initial victories, by the end of the war his tally stood at an estimated 27 solo and 10 shared shootdowns, although more conservative estimates put the figure at 26 solo and one shared.
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Who was Ilya Shmelyov?
soviet fighter pilot (1917–1979)
When was Ilya Shmelyov born?
Ilya Shmelyov was born on 2 August 1917 in Moscow.
When did Ilya Shmelyov die?
Ilya Shmelyov died on 25 December 1979 in Moscow.
What was Ilya Shmelyov's occupation?
Ilya Shmelyov was a military officer.
What nationality was Ilya Shmelyov?
Ilya Shmelyov was Russian.
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