Mariya Polivanova
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Mariya Semyonovna Polivanova (Russian: Мария Семёновна Поливанова; 24 October 1922 – 14 August 1942) was a Soviet sniper during World War II. She was killed in action together with Natalya Kovshova on 14 August 1942, and was posthumously awarded the title of Hero of the Soviet Union on 14 February 1943.[1]
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Mariya Polivanova | |
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Native name | Мария Семёновна Поливанова |
Born | 24 October 1922 Naryshkino, Tula Governorate, Russian SFSR |
Died | 14 August 1942 (aged 19) Sutoki, Parfinsky District, Russian SFSR, Soviet Union |
Allegiance | Soviet Union |
Service/ | Infantry |
Years of service | 1941–1942 |
Rank | Private |
Unit | 528th Rifle Regiment |
Battles/wars | Eastern Front of World War II † |
Awards | Hero of the Soviet Union |
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