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102-Year-Old War Hero Zinaida Gladilina Honored by Governor

Meet Zinaida Gladilina, a 102-year-old war hero. Her service as a radio operator in the Soviet Airborne Forces helped maintain communication lines during the Great Patriotic War.

In the image there is a book with army tank and jeeps on it, it seems like a war along with a text...
In the image there is a book with army tank and jeeps on it, it seems like a war along with a text above it.

102-Year-Old War Hero Zinaida Gladilina Honored by Governor

Zinaida Gladilina, a 102-year-old war veteran, was celebrated on her birthday by Veniamin Kondratyev, Governor of Krasnodar Region. During the Great Patriotic War, she served as a senior sergeant in the Soviet Airborne Forces, ensuring constant communication between units as a radio operator.

Gladilina's military career began in the 2nd Ukrainian Front. She was deployed in this strategic area, playing a crucial role in maintaining communication lines. Her dedication and skill earned her the Order of the Patriotic War, 2nd Class, and other medals.

After the war, Gladilina continued her service in the postal service's communication division until her retirement. She met Victory Day in May 1945 in Austria, marking the end of her active military service.

Zinaida Gladilina's contributions during the Great Patriotic War are remembered and honoured. Her service as a radio operator in the Soviet Airborne Forces and her subsequent work in the postal service highlight her commitment and dedication.

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