Dmitry Ivanovich Barashev
1920–1943 (age 23)
Biography
Dmitry Ivanovich Barashev was a young military officer whose service to his country was cut short during the tumultuous years of World War II. His sacrifice during the conflict of 1943 exemplified the courage and dedication of those who gave their lives in defense of their nation during this pivotal historical period.
Barashev's memory is preserved at Revolution Square in Lipetsk, a site honoring those who made the ultimate sacrifice. His brief life and military service remain a testament to the generation that endured the hardships and horrors of war during the Soviet Union's struggle for survival.