Viktor Adamishin
Viktor Mikhailovich Adamishin | |
|---|---|
MVD | |
| Years of service | 1980–1982 1984–1995 |
| Rank | Captain |
| Battles/wars | First Chechen War |
| Awards | Hero of the Russian Federation |
Viktor Mikhailovich Adamishin (
militia captain. In 1995 he was killed during a military operation in the Chechen village of Samashki, and was awarded posthumously the title Hero of the Russian Federation on August 25, 1995.[1][2]
During a military operation in Samashki, Adamishin's unit was surrounded by militants and pinned down by heavy fire. During the fighting, Adamishin's squad became surrounded and formed a defensive circle. Viktor decided to organize a breakthrough for his unit and remained behind to provide covering fire. Adamishin was mortally wounded during the skirmish and died on the battlefield.[1]
Adamishin was posthumously awarded the Russian Order of Courage in 1995.[1]
See also
Sources and references
External links
- Biography on warheroes.ru (in Russian)
- With all available means..., report of human rights organization about Samashki operation (in Russian)
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