Mikhail Burkin
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Mikhail Ivanovich Burkin (Russian: Михаил Иванович Буркин; 10 February 1912 – 10 January 2001) was a Soviet naval aviator during World War II and recipient of the title of the Hero of Soviet Union.
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Mikhail Ivanovich Burkin | |
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Native name | Михаил Иванович Буркин |
Born | (1912-02-10)10 February 1912 Moscow, Russian Empire |
Died | 10 January 2001(2001-01-10) (aged 88) Samara, Russia |
Allegiance | Soviet Union |
Service/ | Soviet Navy |
Years of service | 1935—1958 |
Rank | Major General of Aviation |
Commands held | 5th Guards Mine-Torpedo Aviation Regiment 52nd Mine-Torpedo Aviation Regiment |
Battles/wars | World War II |
Awards | Hero of the Soviet Union |
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