Lazar Kaganovich 1893 – 1991

Biography

Lazar Kaganovich was born on November 22, 1893, in Dibrova, beginning a life that would span nearly a century of profound historical change. He became a prominent figure in Soviet politics during a transformative period of the twentieth century, serving in various capacities throughout his long career in government and party leadership.

Kaganovich’s life reflected the dramatic arc of Soviet history itself. His decades of service placed him at the center of significant political developments and decisions that shaped the nation during its formative years and beyond. He maintained an active role in public life for many decades, witnessing and participating in the major events that defined his era.

On July 25, 1991, Kaganovich passed away in Moscow at the remarkable age of 97, having lived through the rise, development, and transformation of the Soviet state. His final resting place is Novodevichy Cemetery in the Khamovniki District, one of Russia’s most prominent burial grounds, where he was interred among other notable figures of Russian and Soviet history.