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Stanislav Postnikov

1928 – 2012

Soviet officer

Military officer
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About Stanislav Postnikov

Lived 1928 – 2012 (aged 83). Stanislav Postnikov was a Russian military officer.

Stanislav Postnikov was a Soviet military commander who reached the rank of Army General.

He joined the Soviet Ground Forces in 1948. From August 1979 he was Commander of the North Caucasus Military District. From August 1980 - Commander of the Baltic Military District. From January 1984 - Commander of the Trans-Baikal Military District. Since December, 1986 - First Deputy Commander of the Soviet Ground Forces. From June 1988 he was the Commander of the Western Direction. The Western Direction was disestablished in mid 1992, seemingly after being moved to Smolensk. After six months Postnikov was released from military service.

Reports appear to indicate he died in 2012. Buried 11 May 2012 at Troyekurovskoye Cemetery.

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Important facts

Born
20 December 1928, Makaryev
Birth century
20th century
Died
8 May 2012, Moscow
Occupation
Military officer
Nationality
Soviet Union
Education
Military Academy of the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Russia
Awards
Order of the Red Banner; Order of Kutuzov, 1st class; Order "For Service to the Homeland in the Armed Forces of the USSR", 2nd class; Order "For Service to the Homeland in the Armed Forces of the USSR", 3rd class; Medal "For Strengthening of Brotherhood in Arms"; Medal "In Commemoration of the 850th Anniversary of Moscow"; Medal "Veteran of the Armed Forces of the USSR"; Medal "For Impeccable Service", 3rd class; Medal "For Impeccable Service", 2nd class

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Stanislav Postnikov?

Soviet officer (1928-2012)

When was Stanislav Postnikov born?

Stanislav Postnikov was born on 20 December 1928 in Makaryev.

When did Stanislav Postnikov die?

Stanislav Postnikov died on 8 May 2012 in Moscow.

What was Stanislav Postnikov's occupation?

Stanislav Postnikov was a military officer.

What nationality was Stanislav Postnikov?

Stanislav Postnikov was Russian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Stanislav Postnikov

· Wikidata: Q4374249

· DBpedia: Stanislav Postnikov

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