Gurgen Dalibaltayan

Armenian General and Military Leader

Gurgen Dalibaltayan - Armenian General and Military Leader
Born

1926
99 years ago

Died

September 1st, 2015
9 years ago — 89 years old

Category

Military & Warriors

Country

Armenia

Links & References

An Armenian general served as a key military leader during the Nagorno-Karabakh War. Held the position of Chief of the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Armenia. Played a significant role in military strategy and operations, contributing to the establishment and defense of Armenian territorial integrity.

Served as Chief of the General Staff of Armenia

Led military efforts during the Nagorno-Karabakh War

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