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Petr FedorenkoRussian general
Date of Birth: .
Country:  Russia |
Content:
- Early Life and Military Service
- 1812 Campaign
- Recognition and Promotions
- Turkish Campaign of 1828
- Polish Insurrection of 1831
- Later Service and Death
Early Life and Military Service
Born in 1781 as the son of a Ukrainian Cossack leader, Alexander Fedorenko began his military career as a cadet in the 5th Artillery Battalion in 1798. He saw action against the French in the Swiss campaign of 1799 and fought in several battles during the Napoleonic Wars, including Austerlitz, Preussisch-Eylau, and Friedland.
1812 Campaign
During the invasion of Russia in 1812, Fedorenko distinguished himself in numerous engagements. He fought at the Battle of Polotsk, where he received recognition for his skillful artillery fire and personal bravery, and was wounded in action at the Battle of Bereziny.
Recognition and Promotions
Fedorenko's bravery and service were recognized with the Order of St. George (4th degree), the Order of St. Vladimir (4th degree), and the Order of St. Anna (4th degree). In 1826, he was promoted to commander of the 1st Battery Company of the 6th Artillery Brigade, and the following year, he became a colonel.
Turkish Campaign of 1828
In 1828, Fedorenko participated in the Turkish campaign, where he fought in the assault on Silistria and the Battle of Shumla. His actions led to his promotion to general-major and the award of the Order of St. Vladimir (3rd degree).
Polish Insurrection of 1831
Fedorenko once again took the field in 1831 during the Polish Insurrection. Commanding the 2nd Artillery Division, he played a key role in the pursuit of Polish forces and the assault on Warsaw. His bravery in this campaign earned him the Order of St. Stanislaus (1st degree) and the Order of St. George (3rd degree).
Later Service and Death
In 1840, Fedorenko was appointed commandant of the Zamost Fortress. He later held the positions of commandant of the Warsaw Alexander Citadel and the Novogeorgievsk Fortress. He was awarded the Imperial Crown to the Order of St. Anna (1st degree) in 1845 and remained in his final post until his death in 1852.
