Alexander Rodzyanko
Russian general during World War I
Born
August 18th, 1879
145 years ago
Died
May 6th, 1970
54 years ago — 90 years old
Category
Military & Warriors
Country
Russia
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Served as a general in the Russian Army during World War I. Held the position of Commander of the Petrograd Military District. Played a crucial role in the Russian Revolution of 1917, where leadership decisions significantly influenced the course of events. After the fall of the Tsarist regime, moved to the United States and continued to be active in expatriate affairs.
Commanded the Petrograd Military District
Influenced events during the Russian Revolution
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