Sergey Makarov
1919–1942 (age 23)
Biography
Sergey Makarov was an aircraft pilot from Rzhevsky District who served in the Soviet air force during the Second World War. Born in 1919, he came of age during the rapid expansion of Soviet aviation capabilities and entered service as a skilled pilot during the conflict's most demanding phases.
Makarov's death in 1942 represents the sacrifice of experienced aviation personnel who flew dangerous missions to defend Soviet airspace. His service as an aircraft pilot is remembered as part of the courageous contribution made by Soviet aviators during the Great Patriotic War.