Mikhail Koshkin

Soviet tank designer (1898–1940).

Born December 3rd, 1898 in Brynchagi.

Died September 26th, 1940 at 41 years old in Zmiiv Raion (pneumonia).

Occupations
military engineer, military personnel, weapons designer
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