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Nikolay KrivyakovFighter pilot
Date of Birth: 09.05.1911
Country:  Russia |
Content:
- Nikolai Krivyakov: Soviet Fighter Pilot and War Hero
- World War II Service
- Awards and Recognition
- Post-War Career
- Later Life and Legacy
Nikolai Krivyakov: Soviet Fighter Pilot and War Hero
Early Life and CareerNikolai Krivyakov was born on May 9, 1911, in Chita, Russia, to a railroad worker. He graduated from the Engels Military Aviation School.
World War II Service
At the outbreak of World War II, Krivyakov joined the fight. As a senior lieutenant starting in July 1943, he fought on the Voronezh Front as part of the 402nd Fighter Aviation Regiment. Later, as a captain, he became commander of this regiment.
Krivyakov ended the war as a lieutenant colonel commanding the 69th Guards Fighter Krakow Alexander Nevsky Order Regiment within the 2nd Air Army. In total, he flew 267 successful combat missions and personally shot down 12 enemy aircraft.
Awards and Recognition
For his valor, Krivyakov received numerous awards, including the Order of the Red Banner, the Order of the Patriotic War 1st Class, medals, and two Czechoslovakian orders.
Post-War Career
After the war, Krivyakov was promoted to colonel and commanded an aviation division. He then served as a military advisor to President Gottwald in Czechoslovakia.
Later Life and Legacy
Krivyakov retired in the mid-1950s and worked at the Bauman Moscow State Technical University until his death on February 2, 1984. He is remembered as a skilled and courageous fighter pilot who made significant contributions to the Allied victory in World War II.
