Nikolay Krylov (marshal)


Nikolai Ivanovich Krylov was a Russian Marshal of the Soviet Union. He was commander of the Strategic Missile Troops from 1963 to 1972.
During World War II, was chief of staff of the 62nd Army and commanded the 21st Army and 5th Army. Following the war, he also commanded the Far Eastern, Leningrad and Moscow Military Districts.
Krylov became Marshal of the Soviet Union on April 28, 1962.

Honours and awards

Krylov received the following honours and awards.