Yury Masliukov 1937 – 2010

Biography

Yury Masliukov was born on September 30, 1937, in Khujand, a city in Central Asia with a rich history spanning centuries. He would go on to build a career in public service, becoming a notable figure in Russian politics during a transformative era for his country. His life spanned the latter decades of the Soviet Union and the transition to the modern Russian state, a period of significant historical change.

Throughout his professional life, Masliukov contributed to the political landscape of Russia, serving in various capacities as the nation navigated complex economic and social transitions. His career reflected the challenges and opportunities of his time, as Russia worked to define its role in the post-Cold War world.

Masliukov passed away on April 1, 2010, in Moscow, leaving behind a legacy of public service. He was laid to rest at Troyekurovskoye cemetery, one of Moscow’s most significant burial grounds, where many notable Russian figures have been interred. His passing marked the end of a life lived through some of the most pivotal moments in twentieth-century Russian history.