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Leonid Melnikov

1906 – 1981

Soviet politician

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About Leonid Melnikov

Lived 1906 – 1981 (aged 74). Leonid Melnikov was a Russian and Ukrainian politician and diplomat.

Leonid Heorhiyovych Melnykov (; 31 May 1906 – 16 April 1981) was a Soviet and Ukrainian politician and diplomat.

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Important facts

Born

31 May 1906, Dihtiarivka

Birth century

20th century

Died

16 April 1981, Moscow

Occupation

Politician, diplomat

Nationality

Russian Empire, Ukrainian People's Republic, Soviet Union

Education

Donetsk National Technical University

Positions held

Deputy of the Supreme Soviet of the Soviet Union, Ambassador, Member of the Politburo of the CPSU Central Committee

Awards

Order of Lenin; Order of the October Revolution; Order of the Patriotic War, 1st class; Order of the Red Banner of Labour; Medal "For Labour Valour"

Also known as

Leonid Georgievich Melnikov, Leonid Georgiyevich Melnikov, Leonid Heorhiyovych Melnykov

Contemporaries

People whose lives overlapped Leonid Melnikov's

Frequently asked questions

Who was Leonid Melnikov?

Soviet politician (1906-1981)

When was Leonid Melnikov born?

Leonid Melnikov was born on 31 May 1906 in Dihtiarivka.

When did Leonid Melnikov die?

Leonid Melnikov died on 16 April 1981 in Moscow.

What was Leonid Melnikov's occupation?

Leonid Melnikov was a politician and diplomat.

What nationality was Leonid Melnikov?

Leonid Melnikov was Russian and Ukrainian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Leonid Melnikov

· Wikidata: Q523705

· DBpedia: Leonid Melnykov

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