Vladimir Kotlinsky
Vladimir Karpovich Kotlinsky | |
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Kotlinsky in 1915 | |
| Native name | Владимир Карпович Котлинский |
| Born | July 22, 1894 Ostrov, Pskov, Russian Empire |
| Died | August 6, 1915 (aged 21) Osowiec Fortress, Suwałki, Russian Empire |
| Allegiance | Russian Empire |
| Branch | Imperial Russian Army |
| Years of service | 1914–15 |
| Rank | Second Lieutenant |
| Commands | 226th Zemlyansky Infantry Regiment |
| Battles / wars | |
| Awards | See § Awards |
| Alma mater | Military Topographic School |
Vladimir Karpovich Kotlinsky (Russian: Влади́мир Ка́рпович Котли́нский; 3 August [O.S. 22 July] 1894 – 6 August [O.S. 6 August] 1915) was a Russian Second Lieutenant and war hero during World War I. He was known for being the main commander during the famous Attack of the Dead Men as he led the counterattack of 60 to 100 men from the 226th Zemlyansky Infantry Regiment before being mortally wounded during the battle. He was posthumously awarded the 4th Class of the Order of St. George for his services in the battle.