Mikhail Malofeev
Mikhail Malofeev
Mikhail Yuryevich Malofeyev (Russian: Михаил Юрьевич Малофеев) (March 25, 1956 – January 18, 2000) was a Russian Major general who went missing in Grozny, Chechnya in January 2000, amidst conflicting reports, including claims of his capture.[1] His body was later found in the city.[2] He was posthumously awarded the title Hero of Russia.
Malofeyev's wife Svetlana Malofeyeva accepting the award on behalf of her husband
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- A Top General in Chechnya Is Missing After Battle
- Moscow 'loses' top general in Grozny assault
- Russian soldiers, dogs hunt for missing general
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