Vladimir Simagin
1919–1968 (age 49)
Biography
Vladimir Simagin was a talented Soviet chess player who contributed to the rich tradition of Russian chess excellence. His career developed during an era when Soviet chess achieved unprecedented prominence on the international stage.
Simagin's skill and dedication to the game reflected the high standards of Soviet chess culture. His participation in competitive chess helped establish the Soviet Union's reputation as a dominant force in the game, and his burial at Novodevichy Cemetery honors his contributions to this celebrated tradition.