Agadadash Samedov
Agadadash Samedov was an Azerbaijani veteran who fought in the Great Patriotic War as a Soviet soldier.
Early life and career
Samedov was born on 10 March 1924 in the Lenkeran District of the Azerbaijan SSR, within the Soviet Union. During World War II, Samedov helped liberate the North Caucasus, Ukraine and other European countries from the Axis powers. In 1942, on Ukrainian territory near Dubno, he remained alone after his squadron had already retreated, defending against the approaching forces. For this feat he received the Order of Glory, 3rd degree. Agadadash Samedov also participated in the Vistula–Oder Offensive and the Battle of Berlin.On 6 June 1945, Samedov was awarded the Order of Glory for courage and bravery displayed in the Great Patriotic War.