Ivan Maslennikov 1900 – 1954

Biography

Ivan Maslennikov was born on September 16, 1900, and devoted his life to military service during a pivotal era in Soviet history. Rising through the ranks to become a general, he served his country through decades of significant historical change, from the early years following the Revolution through the Second World War and into the post-war period. His career reflected the complex demands placed upon military leadership during this transformative time in Russia.

General Maslennikov’s life came to an end on April 16, 1954, in Moscow. He was laid to rest at Vagankovo Cemetery in the Presnensky District, a burial place that has long served as a final resting ground for many notable figures in Russian history. His passing marked the conclusion of a military career that had spanned much of the twentieth century’s most consequential decades.

Though the full details of his service and achievements remain part of the broader military history of the Soviet Union, Maslennikov’s legacy endures as a figure who served during one of history’s most transformative periods. He is remembered as a general who answered the call of duty during times that demanded courage and commitment.