Georgy Zhukov

Georgy Konstantinovich Zhukov (1 December 1896 – 18 June 1974) was a Soviet military leader who, as a general of the Red Army, played a pivotal role in leading the Soviet Union to victory in World War II. Zhukov was instrumental in several key battles, including the Battle of Moscow, the Battle of Stalingrad, and the Battle of Berlin. He was also responsible for the successful defense of Leningrad and the liberation of Ukraine. Zhukov's strategic acumen and leadership earned him widespread respect and recognition, both within the Soviet Union and internationally. In Hebrew, his name is transliterated as ג'ורג'י ז'וקוב. In Russian, his name is written as Гео́ргий Константи́нович Жу́ков. Zhukov's contributions to the Allied victory in World War II are celebrated, and he remains a significant figure in military history. After the war, Zhukov played a role in the early Cold War period but was later removed from his positions due to political maneuvering. He was reinstated during the Cuban Missile Crisis and subsequently retired from active service.