Vasily Osipov
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Vasily Nikolaevich Osipov (Russian: Василий Николаевич Осипов; 30 December [O.S. 17 December] 1917 – 16 July 1991) was a Soviet long-range bomber pilot who was twice awarded the title of Hero of the Soviet Union.
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Vasily Nikolaevich Osipov | |
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Native name | Василий Николаевич Осипов |
Born | 30 December [O.S. 17 December] 1917 Petrograd, Russian Empire |
Died | 16 July 1991 (aged 73) Saint Petersburg, Soviet Union |
Allegiance | Soviet Union |
Service/ | Soviet Air Force |
Rank | Major |
Unit | 5th Guards Long-Range Bomber Aviation Regiment |
Battles/wars | World War II |
Awards | Hero of the Soviet Union (twice) |
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