Viktor Kulikov 1921 – 2013

Biography

Viktor Kulikov was born on July 5, 1921, in Verkhnaya Lyubovsha, a small settlement in the Russian interior. He would go on to achieve one of the highest military distinctions in the Soviet Union, rising to the rank of Marshal—a title reserved for the most accomplished military leaders of the nation. His long life spanned nearly the entire twentieth century, witnessing profound transformations in his country.

Kulikov passed away on May 27, 2013, in Moscow at the age of ninety-one. His death marked the end of a remarkable career in Soviet military service. He was laid to rest at Novodevichy Cemetery in the Khamovniki District, one of Russia’s most prestigious burial grounds, a final honor reflecting his distinguished place in the nation’s military history. His legacy endures as a testament to a lifetime of service during one of history’s most consequential periods.