Ivan Boyko
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Ivan Nikiforovich Boyko (Russian: Ива́н Ники́форович Бо́йко; 24 October [O.S. 11 October] 1910 – 12 May 1975) was the commander of the 69th Guards Tank Regiment and later the 64th Guards Tank Brigade during World War II; he was twice awarded the title Hero of the Soviet Union for his successful combat leadership.
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Native name | Иван Никифорович Бойко |
Born | 24 October [O.S. 11 October] 1910 Zhornyshche village, Podolian Governorate, Russian Empire |
Died | 12 May 1975 (aged 64) Kiev, Ukrainian SSR, USSR |
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Service/ | Red Army |
Years of service | 1930–1956 |
Rank | Colonel |
Commands held | 69th Guards Tank Regiment 64th Guards Tank Brigade |
Battles/wars | World War II |
Awards | Hero of the Soviet Union (twice) |
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