Gustav Christopf von Hasford
1794–1874 (age 80)
Biography
Gustav Christopf von Hasford (1794–1874) was a German-born governor who served the Russian Empire during a crucial period of territorial expansion and administrative development. His long career spanned from the Napoleonic Wars through the reign of Alexander II, during which he contributed to the governance of Russian territories.
Von Hasford's final resting place in the Volkovskoe Lutheran Cemetery in Saint Petersburg reflects both his German heritage and his integration into Russian imperial service. His burial among the city's German community underscores the significant role Baltic Germans played in Russian administration and culture.