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Valentin Makarov

1919 – 1978

Hero of the Soviet Union

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About Valentin Makarov

Lived 1919 – 1978 (aged 58). Valentin Makarov was a Russian aircraft pilot.

Valentin Nikolaevich Makarov (, 30 August 1919 — 20 May 1978) was a Soviet flying ace and career officer who rose to the rank of general, having experienced combat in Khalkhin Gol, World War II, and the Korean War. Awarded the title Hero of the Soviet Union on 28 January 1943, throughout the Second World War he totaled 28 solo and ten shared shootdowns.

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Important facts

Born

30 August 1919, Sevastopol

Birth century

20th century

Died

20 May 1978, Minsk

Occupation

Aircraft pilot

Nationality

Soviet Union

Education

Military Academy of the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Russia

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 "For Battle Merit"; Medal "For the Defence of Stalingrad"; Medal "For the Capture of Berlin"; Medal "Veteran of the Armed Forces of the USSR"; Cross of Valour

Also known as

Valentin Nikolaevich Makarov

Contemporaries

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Valentin Makarov?

Hero of the Soviet Union

When was Valentin Makarov born?

Valentin Makarov was born on 30 August 1919 in Sevastopol.

When did Valentin Makarov die?

Valentin Makarov died on 20 May 1978 in Minsk.

What was Valentin Makarov's occupation?

Valentin Makarov was an aircraft pilot.

What nationality was Valentin Makarov?

Valentin Makarov was Russian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Valentin Makarov

· Wikidata: Q16447615

· DBpedia: Valentin Makarov

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