Gurgen Dalibaltayan
Armenian General and Military Leader
Born
1926
100 years ago
Died
Category
Military & Warriors
Country
Armenia
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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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