Viktor Adamishin
Viktor Mikhailovich Adamishin (Russian: Виктор Михайлович Адамишин; 25 March 1962 — 7 April 1995) was a Russian 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]
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| Native name | Виктор Михайлович Адамишин |
| Born | 25 March 1962 Murmansk |
| Died | 7 April 1995 (aged 33) Samashki |
| Allegiance |  Soviet Union Russia |
| Service/ | MVD |
| Years of service | 1980 – 1982 1984 – 1995 |
| Rank | Captain |
| Battles/wars | First Chechen War |
| Awards | Hero of the Russian Federation |
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]
Sources and references
- Heroes of Russia, MVD RF, Moscow 2002 (listed here)
- With all available means..., report of human rights organization (in Russian)
External links
- Biography on warheroes.ru (in Russian)
- With all available means..., report of human rights organization about Samashki operation (in Russian)