Hero of the Soviet Union, General Ludnikov I.I.
Artist
Vasili Nechitailo
Date1965
MediumOil on canvas
Dimensions59 in x 31 1/2 in
ClassificationsVISUAL WORKS
Terms
Object number2004.12.001
DescriptionNechitailoÕs model, commander of the 39th Army of the 3rd Belorussian Front, General Ivan I. Ludnikov took part in several important battles of WWII. During the battle of Stalingrad, Colonel LudnikovÕs 138th Rifle Division was under General Chuikov's command as part of 62nd Army, defending the Red Barricades artillery factory.On View
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