Maria Nikiforova
Ukrainian anarchist partisan leader
Born
1885
140 years ago
Died
September 16th, 1919
106 years ago — 34 years old
Category
Activists & Humanitarians
Country
Ukraine
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An anarchist partisan leader from Ukraine, played a significant role during the Ukrainian War of Independence. Commanded guerrilla units against Bolshevik forces, advocating for libertarian socialist principles. Organized armed groups to fight for the autonomy of Ukrainian peasants and workers. Actively participated in both military and political struggles, influencing discussions around anarchism in Eastern Europe. Died in 1919 during conflicts related to the power struggle in Ukraine.
Led guerrilla units during the Ukrainian War of Independence
Advocated for anarchist principles in Eastern Europe
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