Sergey Sokolov 1911 – 2012

Biography

Sergey Sokolov was born on July 1, 1911, in Yevpatoriya, a port city in Crimea. He would go on to become a prominent figure in Soviet military leadership during a transformative period in Russian history. Throughout his career, Sokolov served in various capacities within the Soviet armed forces, contributing to the nation’s military development and strategy during much of the twentieth century.

Sokolov lived a remarkably long life, passing away in Moscow on August 31, 2012, at the age of 101. His death marked the end of an era for those who had witnessed the Soviet Union’s rise and fall firsthand. His remains were laid to rest at Novodevichy Cemetery in the Khamovniki District of Moscow, a site that has long served as the final resting place for many of Russia’s most notable figures, reflecting the significance of his life and service.