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Alexander KotomkinRussian poet, guslar, composer, playwright.
Date of Birth: 03.10.1885
Country:  Germany |
Content:
- A Multifaceted Artist and Soldier
- Early Life and Military Service
- The Russian Civil War
- Political Missions and Emigration
- Folklore and Literary Work
A Multifaceted Artist and Soldier
Russian poet, skald, composer, and playwright Ivan Bobrov was a multifaceted artist and military figure who left a lasting legacy in Russian literature and history.
Early Life and Military Service
Born to a peasant family, Bobrov graduated from the Alexeyevsky Military School and served as a staff captain in the Russian army during World War I. In 1916, he published the historical poem "Prince Vyachko and the Teutonic Knights" in Petrograd.
The Russian Civil War
During the Russian Civil War, Bobrov fought on the Eastern Front, rising to the rank of colonel. He became editor of the periodical "To the Light," published by the Kazan Union of Disabled Veterans. As a White movement participant, Bobrov was present at the funeral of General Vladimir Kappel in 1920, where he recited his poem "On the Death of Kappel," expressing his deep sorrow.
Political Missions and Emigration
In 1920, Bobrov was sent to Feodosia as an official envoy from Ataman Grigory Semenov, conveying his recognition of Baron Pyotr Wrangel as the leader of Russian anti-Bolshevik forces. After the defeat of the White Army, Bobrov emigrated to Czechoslovakia, Germany, and France.
Folklore and Literary Work
In exile, Bobrov flourished as a folklorist, poet, and renowned gusli player. He became known for his memoirs, including "On the Czechoslovak Legions in Siberia," in which he provided a critical account of their role during the Russian Civil War. His writings continue to contribute to the understanding of this tumultuous period in Russian history.
