Nikolay Krylov (marshal)

Nikolai Ivanovich Krylov (; April 29, 1903 – February 9, 1972) was a Russian Marshal of the Soviet Union (from 1962). He was commander of the Strategic Missile Troops from 1963 to 1972.
During World War II, was chief of staff of the 62nd Army (1942–1943) and commanded the 21st Army and 5th Army (1943–1945). Following the war, he also commanded the Far Eastern (1947–1953), Ural (1956–1957) , Leningrad (1957–1960) and Moscow Military Districts (1960–1963).
Krylov became Marshal of the Soviet Union on April 28, 1962.
Honours and awards.
Krylov received the following honours and awards.