Rubén Ruiz Ibárruri
1920–1942 (age 22)
Biography
Rubén Ruiz Ibárruri was born in 1920 and served as military personnel during World War II, stationed in Volgograd. Though his name suggests Spanish heritage, he served in the Soviet forces during the crucial years of the conflict.
He made the ultimate sacrifice in 1942, contributing to the broader international struggle against fascism during one of history's most significant conflicts.