Yevdokiya Bershanskaya
1913–1982 (age 69)
Biography
Yevdokiya Bershanskaya was a pioneering Soviet military personnel who distinguished herself during World War II and the Cold War era. Born in 1913, she served with distinction in the Soviet armed forces, breaking gender barriers in military service and earning recognition for her courage and leadership.
Bershanskaya's military service and contributions to Soviet defense were honored by her burial at Novodevichy Cemetery following her death in 1982. Her legacy represents the vital role women played in Soviet military operations and the broader struggle for Soviet security during the twentieth century.